AAA – Animal Assisted Activity is an intervention which provides opportunities for motivational, educational, recreational and/or therapeutic benefits with which the quality of life can be enhanced. AAA is conducted by specially trained professionals and/or volunteers and their dogs, which meet the specific criteria.

Key characteristics: the goals are not precisely defined, progress documentation is not obligatory, the content of the visit is spontaneous, and it can be a one-time visit.

It may be group or individual in nature.

The activities include:

• therapy pair (handler and dog)
• the user

Where is it implemented?

The activity is carried out in institutions with which the institution PET signed the agreement on cooperation or on one-time presentations at the institutions.

How long does it last?

From 15 min to maximum 60 min, with obligatory breaks in between for the dog.