Pet therapy with your dog in the ICU
This trial tests whether visits from your own dog can help you feel better while you're in the intensive care unit (ICU). If you have a companion dog that family can bring to the hospital, this study might be for you.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older and staying in the ICU for at least 48 hours.
- You own a friendly dog that family members or friends can bring to visit you.
- Your dog is up-to-date on shots and does not have any contagious illnesses.
- You are not currently very agitated or at risk of harming yourself or others.
- You do not have a weakened immune system from recent cancer treatment or certain medications.
- You do not have open wounds or sores that cannot be covered with a bandage.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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