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The Dark Side of Addiction and Pets
"Pets Are Affected by Drugs and Alcohol, Too! The Mental Effect of Drugs and Alcohol on Dogs
When a dog becomes a part of a home, they fall into roles and responsibilities like anyone would. They get used to how things are, and their personality and demeanor adjusts accordingly. When an owner begins to use drugs and alcohol, their energy shifts significantly, and dogs can feel that.
Dogs have actually been known to bark and moan at their owners who are excessively high or drunk, simply out of fear that their human is no longer recognizable. Substances change our physiology and certainly the way we act. Dogs can sense this. The animal is put on edge because they no longer know what to expect. They may even begin to recognize the smell of alcohol or drugs as a sign of danger, and immediately begin to feel tense.
If a dog is exposed to this kind of erratic behavior regularly, they may become nervous, agitated, and untrusting of other people. A dog like that has a high likelihood of biting someone out of fear, and that can cause a lot of emotional and financial damage to everyone involved. Besides, a loving pet owner doesn’t want to put their dog through that kind of trauma." Read more if you can handle the details.... The Florida House Experience
"Pets Are Affected by Drugs and Alcohol, Too! The Mental Effect of Drugs and Alcohol on Dogs
When a dog becomes a part of a home, they fall into roles and responsibilities like anyone would. They get used to how things are, and their personality and demeanor adjusts accordingly. When an owner begins to use drugs and alcohol, their energy shifts significantly, and dogs can feel that.
Dogs have actually been known to bark and moan at their owners who are excessively high or drunk, simply out of fear that their human is no longer recognizable. Substances change our physiology and certainly the way we act. Dogs can sense this. The animal is put on edge because they no longer know what to expect. They may even begin to recognize the smell of alcohol or drugs as a sign of danger, and immediately begin to feel tense.
If a dog is exposed to this kind of erratic behavior regularly, they may become nervous, agitated, and untrusting of other people. A dog like that has a high likelihood of biting someone out of fear, and that can cause a lot of emotional and financial damage to everyone involved. Besides, a loving pet owner doesn’t want to put their dog through that kind of trauma." Read more if you can handle the details.... The Florida House Experience
Benefits of Pets in Addiction Treatment
~Cats and Recovery
"Research indicates that the presence of a pet can help a person relax more fully—certainly a beneficial perk for someone in the process of getting sober. Oftentimes, recovering addicts with cats have forged deep connections with the pets. These cats aren’t just pets; they’re family members. Bringing your cat with you to rehab can offer a strong advantage from a recovery standpoint. Studies suggest that the mere presence of an animal can have a positive impact on a person’s attitude about their surroundings." Source: Cliffside Malibu~ The Benefits of Pet Therapy in Addiction Recovery by Patti Richards, full article and source: Talbott Recovery
Any dog lover knows how a pair of big brown eyes and a wagging tail can immediately boost your mood. And there’s nothing like a happy bark and puppy kisses waiting to greet you after a long, hard day. Pets are forever faithful and grateful just to be in your presence. Knowing there’s someone at home waiting just to be loved makes a person feel needed like nothing else can.
But being at home to love and adore a family isn’t the only place where these four-legged friends find purpose. Animals of every size are changing the face of addiction treatment for many who struggle with substance use.
~ 5 Benefits of a Pet During Recovery Source: Rebos Treatment
Early recovery is a challenging time as you develop and practice new habits and focus on using the skills you learned in treatment to help you stave off cravings and cope with stress and other triggers. Here are five ways having a pet during recovery can improve your life and help you through rough times.
~Who can benefit from animal-assisted therapy? Source: Mayo ClinicAnimal-assisted therapy can significantly reduce pain, anxiety, depression and fatigue in people with a range of health problems:
Pet therapy is also being used in non-medical settings, such as universities and community programs, to help people deal with anxiety and stress.
~Cats and Recovery
"Research indicates that the presence of a pet can help a person relax more fully—certainly a beneficial perk for someone in the process of getting sober. Oftentimes, recovering addicts with cats have forged deep connections with the pets. These cats aren’t just pets; they’re family members. Bringing your cat with you to rehab can offer a strong advantage from a recovery standpoint. Studies suggest that the mere presence of an animal can have a positive impact on a person’s attitude about their surroundings." Source: Cliffside Malibu~ The Benefits of Pet Therapy in Addiction Recovery by Patti Richards, full article and source: Talbott Recovery
Any dog lover knows how a pair of big brown eyes and a wagging tail can immediately boost your mood. And there’s nothing like a happy bark and puppy kisses waiting to greet you after a long, hard day. Pets are forever faithful and grateful just to be in your presence. Knowing there’s someone at home waiting just to be loved makes a person feel needed like nothing else can.
But being at home to love and adore a family isn’t the only place where these four-legged friends find purpose. Animals of every size are changing the face of addiction treatment for many who struggle with substance use.
~ 5 Benefits of a Pet During Recovery Source: Rebos Treatment
Early recovery is a challenging time as you develop and practice new habits and focus on using the skills you learned in treatment to help you stave off cravings and cope with stress and other triggers. Here are five ways having a pet during recovery can improve your life and help you through rough times.
~Who can benefit from animal-assisted therapy? Source: Mayo ClinicAnimal-assisted therapy can significantly reduce pain, anxiety, depression and fatigue in people with a range of health problems:
- Children having dental procedures
- People receiving cancer treatment
- People in long-term care facilities
- People with cardiovascular diseases
- People with dementia
- Veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder
- People with anxiety
Pet therapy is also being used in non-medical settings, such as universities and community programs, to help people deal with anxiety and stress.
The Pet Effect by hapri.org check the website for more info graphics and GREAT videos on the positive impact on pets, people annd health
