| 4/27/2013 8:35:08 AM |
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beth747
Mesa, AZ
54, joined Apr. 2013
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What do you think?
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| 4/27/2013 12:11:15 PM |
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visalusgirl
Lobelville, TN
59, joined Feb. 2013
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They are in Europe. I love therapy pet programs. My animals wouldn't do well they would run and jump and act like they were insane.
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| 4/27/2013 6:51:54 PM |
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cupocheer
Assumption, IL
68, joined May. 2010
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~~OP~~ Service animals are allowed to accompany their owners anywhere, already.
As for rehab and medical facilities the introduction of animals to patients has a huge impact on the recovery and treatment of patients.
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| 4/27/2013 7:15:07 PM |
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beth747
Mesa, AZ
54, joined Apr. 2013
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Interesting results from the votes; 50/50. Thanks for that valuable info, iam. Didn't know that.
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| 4/27/2013 7:17:18 PM |
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beth747
Mesa, AZ
54, joined Apr. 2013
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Are service dogs allowed on planes or any public transportation as well? I would think they should be.
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| 5/3/2013 10:01:19 PM |
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pyxis
Oklahoma City, OK
39, joined Apr. 2013
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I think No. Those places have hygiene standards to maintain and it's not necessary to have pets brought in them.
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| 5/3/2013 11:24:43 PM |
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pyxis
Oklahoma City, OK
39, joined Apr. 2013
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The OP stated "pets" not service animals, so I answered accordingly. Thanks 
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| 5/3/2013 11:40:07 PM |
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beth747
Mesa, AZ
54, joined Apr. 2013
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That's another interesting factor: Allergies.
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| 5/4/2013 3:51:43 AM |
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cupocheer
Assumption, IL
68, joined May. 2010
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With due respect to all ~~ but "pets" who provide a service, such as visiting children in hospice centers (where the strictest sanitation guidelines MUST be met at all times); "pets" who provide comfort visits to those stricken with Alzheimer's disease whom are hospitalized ... are not, necessarily sight or hearing animals, but everyday pets.
Our family recently went through some very trying months loving and caring for a 14-15 year old young man who died in January of testicular cancer. The "pets" were permitted, indeed encouraged, to visit the patient(s) at the hospice center during the times of chemo, radiation, and surgery recovery. It definitely makes a world of difference in the care of critically/terminally ill patients.
Thank you for allowing the comment, OP.
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| 5/4/2013 11:13:44 AM |
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autumnsmile
Counce, TN
53, joined May. 2009
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With due respect to all ~~ but "pets" who provide a service, such as visiting children in hospice centers (where the strictest sanitation guidelines MUST be met at all times); "pets" who provide comfort visits to those stricken with Alzheimer's disease whom are hospitalized ... are not, necessarily sight or hearing animals, but everyday pets.
Our family recently went through some very trying months loving and caring for a 14-15 year old young man who died in January of testicular cancer. The "pets" were permitted, indeed encouraged, to visit the patient(s) at the hospice center during the times of chemo, radiation, and surgery recovery. It definitely makes a world of difference in the care of critically/terminally ill patients.
Thank you for allowing the comment, OP. [/quo
Im torn between yours and Reese's responces.No,not all pets should be permitted as not all pets have the temperment and mannors to behave properly,nor are all pet owners attentive to their pet's health and hygene.Properly groomed and mannerly pets should be permitted to go almost anywhere w supervision.
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| 5/4/2013 9:01:08 PM |
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beth747
Mesa, AZ
54, joined Apr. 2013
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You are quite right, cup. At that point, the 'pet' is acting as a Therapy animal and should be allowed in the hospital type facility.
My 2nd Mom's (a lovely person that I could always talk to) last days were comforted by her little dachshund being allowed to be with her in the nursing facility she was in. Her daughter would bring the dog with her, and take the dog home when she left. The dog was quiet, and stayed snuggled beside her owner until time to go. She sensed the seriousness of the situation, and gave her owner comfort when she needed it the most.
Animals are very smart and they do sense illness and death.
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| 5/5/2013 3:03:19 PM |
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visalusgirl
Lobelville, TN
59, joined Feb. 2013
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I believe service dogs should and I believe in pet therapy. I also would allow people to see their pets as a nurse even take them out in a wheel chair to help them emotionally. Out side restaurants I would say yes.
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| 5/5/2013 6:02:01 PM |
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beth747
Mesa, AZ
54, joined Apr. 2013
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I think it would be a good idea to protect people who are allergic to pets (animals period) though. Maybe operating like some apartment complexes do; pet friendly or not. Just like smoking and non-smoking zones.
I was on a flight a while back and a lady had a border collie puppy in a doggie caddy under her seat. Well, as soon as we were in flight, it pooped. Stunk up the whole plane. Everybody turned around and looked at her as though they wanted to beat her butt. She took care of the problem immediately though.
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| 5/7/2013 6:38:47 PM |
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mnm92
Princeton, MN
25, joined Oct. 2012
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There are health and allergy concerns. Especially in hospitals where people have low immune systems. Even if you consider your pets to be clean, some people are not used to the bacteria that animals have naturally, and this could complicate some people's health.
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| 5/7/2013 8:44:49 PM |
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cupocheer
Assumption, IL
68, joined May. 2010
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If I may, again --- this sanitation issue with pets ...
There are animal diapers, for goodness sake. Mostly used for b*tches when in heat. (If you get my drift.)
In a cancer hospice center (it's a hospital of the highest order) -- the sanitation is stricter than any other hospital environment. The patients are much more susceptible to bacteria than other hospital patients (anyone whom has ever gone thru care of a cancer hospice patient in a treatment center understands what I am talking about) in another hospital setting.
Usually, pets which make visits to hospitals and hospice care centers and nursing homes are not "veral street animals" but beloved, family pets which are exceptionally well mannered, well groomed, and medically sound.
Animals serve a higher purpose than chasing the mailman, biting the neighborhood children who poke them with sticks -- they are clean, intelligent, and well cared for. This is one of the reasons they are used in patient/pet visits --- the bonding process has a lifetime lasting quality.
Thank you, OP for allowing the response.
Edited: I have allergies. Have had all of my life. I had a cat for over 20 years. I now have a dog. I take shots against reactions to animal dander.
[Edited 5/7/2013 8:46:19 PM ]
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| 5/7/2013 11:47:03 PM |
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cupocheer
Assumption, IL
68, joined May. 2010
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Thanks.
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| 5/10/2013 4:14:52 PM |
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cupocheer
Assumption, IL
68, joined May. 2010
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Service animals = YES
Therapy animals = YES
AL others = NO
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