River Garden is proud to be working towards becoming an accredited Dog Friendly service in partnership with The Dogs Trust. We firmly believe that the challenging six-month residential recovery journey is best undertaken with your most loyal companion by your side.
Dogs / Pets
For many, the bond with their dog is a vital source of unconditional love and stability. Asking a person to separate from their pet is a significant barrier to seeking help.
At River Garden, we honour this bond because dogs:
- Improve Mental Health: They offer non-judgmental love, combating loneliness and anxiety.
- Encourage Physical Health: Caring for a pet promotes essential routine and physical activity.
- Provide Purpose: Responsibility for a dog is a powerful motivator for engagement and progress.
- Offer Companionship and Security: They fill a void and provide comfort in a new environment.
Through our partnership with The Dogs Trust, we are developing best-in-class facilities and policies, committed to supporting you and your pet for the entire six-month programme. By embracing this dog-friendly approach, we ensure you can focus entirely on your healing, secure in the knowledge that your beloved companion is right there with you.
