Plumas District Hospital Launches Pet Assisted Therapy Program to Enhance Patient Experience

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Plumas District Hospital is excited to introduce our Pet Assisted Therapy (PAT) program, to bring joy, motivation, and comfort to our Swing Bed patients. Hospital stays can be tough—but a friendly paw, wagging tail, and gentle presence can add a whole lot of healing. Studies show PAT can make a real difference—helping reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, while boosting self-esteem, confidence, emotional expression, and social connection.

Plumas District Hospital hopes this program brings more positivity, companionship, and smiles to the patient experience at Plumas District Hospital and our Rural Health Clinic.