At Veterans With Dogs, we are dedicated to advancing the understanding of how assistance dogs can support veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and other invisible injuries. Our commitment to evidence-based research combines practical experience with expert input from psychologists, dog behaviourists, and trainers.
Research has consistently shown that dogs contribute significantly to their owners' overall well-being. For veterans with PTSD, Animal Assisted Interventions have demonstrated promising results:
We employ a comprehensive methodology to assess the impact of assistance dog partnerships:
To enhance our research capabilities, we maintain ongoing collaborations with esteemed UK universities. These partnerships foster innovation and contribute to our pursuit of knowledge in the field of mental health support for veterans.
We welcome research requests from post-graduate students who have obtained existing ethical approval for their studies. This ensures that all research conducted in association with Veterans With Dogs adheres to the highest ethical standards and contributes meaningfully to the field.
As our research progresses, we are committed to sharing our findings through appropriate academic channels. This dissemination of knowledge aims to contribute to the broader field of mental health support for veterans and individuals with invisible injuries.
Our ongoing research endeavours seek to:
By continuing to invest in rigorous research, Veterans With Dogs strives to improve the lives of veterans and advance the understanding of assistance dog interventions in mental health support.