Also known as animal-assisted therapy, Penn Medicine’s Abramson Cancer Center is proud to offer Pet Therapy at the Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine.
Animals provide service and bring joy as companions and provide emotional support to patients and their caregivers. While the cancer journey brings stress and uncertainty, the animals often provide the best kind of medicine: providing company, reducing stress and providing a welcome distraction. Studies have shown that the simple act of petting a dog can lower blood pressure and heart rate, as well as boosting overall wellness.
Meet Darla, Dexter and Zeus!
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