She is my Angel.
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Dogs can provide significant mental health benefits, particularly when trained as emotional support animals or psychiatric service dogs. Several breeds, like Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, are known for their calm and supportive natures. These dogs can help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and other mental health challenges.
Here's a more detailed look:
Emotional Support Animals (ESAs):
ESAs provide comfort and companionship, offering emotional support to individuals with mental health conditions like anxiety or depression. They don't require specific training but are chosen for their temperament and ability to connect with their owners.
Psychiatric Service Dogs (PSDs):
PSDs are specially trained to perform specific tasks that can mitigate the challenges of mental health conditions. These tasks can include alerting owners to danger, interrupting self-harm behaviors, or providing emotional support during panic attacks, says WebMD.
Breeds often used as ESAs and PSDs:
Golden Retrievers: Known for their friendly and patient nature, making them excellent choices for emotional support.
Labrador Retrievers: Mild temperament and high energy levels make them good all-around support dogs, says US Service Animals.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels: Gentle and caring nature, making them comforting companions.
Poodles: Intelligent and affectionate, with a calm demeanor that can help reduce stress.
Bichon Frise: Small and gentle, known for their affectionate and playful personalities.
Benefits of having a dog for mental health:
Reduced stress and anxiety: The presence of a dog can lower blood pressure and heart rate, says PRWeb.
Improved mood: Dogs can help individuals feel more positive and less lonely.
Increased physical activity: Owning a dog encourages regular walks and playtime, improving both mental and physical well-being.
Socialization: Dogs can help individuals connect with others, fostering a sense of community.
Getting a service dog:
To get a psychiatric service dog, individuals need a recommendation from a licensed mental health professional and must undergo training with the dog.
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