With the COVID-19 pandemic came a large uptick in mental health crises. The past two years have been hard on just about everyone, whether prior conditions were worsened by isolation or the bombardment of news bringing on new fears, leading to agoraphobia, anxiety, panic disorders, and depression. With this, many have begun to utilize emotional support dogs and psychiatric service dogs.
Exposure and Alleviation of Symptoms
For many mental health issues, gradual exposure is a form of therapy. For someone with agoraphobia, anxiety, depression, or PTSD, this may mean going outside; beginning small, and graduating to bigger outings. For someone with social anxiety, this may mean being in social situations.
For PTSD, having a dog who can interrupt any panic attacks and ground you, or interrupt and calm you during night terrors or triggers, can make a world of difference.
For somebody with bipolar, or depression, their lows may seem insurmountable. But their lows may just be alleviated with the gentle love of a psychiatric service dog.
Depressive disorders can also make a person feel worthless or feel as though life has no purpose. Having the responsibility of caring for a dog who shows you love and adoration in return is a fantastic way to build back self-confidence and a sense of purpose.
We aren’t just a “one and done” service. Your emotional support dog will serve you their whole life, which is why it’s important to ensure you have a dog you have a strong bond with. At Fetch and More, we know how important that bond is.
Our emotional support training services for dogs are highly detailed; with them, you receive a lifetime guarantee and unlimited support for the dog’s life. We are well prepared to provide our dog training services for anxiety support to your furry friend. We ensure your ADA Rights are always recognized, and never comprised.
With over 20 years of experience, we are well-versed and well-prepared. We travel directly to you, so to begin your journey, visit us online or call us at 201-914-8268.
