Healing Through Human–Animal Connection in Neuro & Rehabilitation Care

Animal Assisted Therapy Centre in Kolkata

Looking for animal assisted therapy in Kolkata? Rehabana combines doctor-led neuro rehab with gentle therapy animals to support healing, mood and motivation.

Therapy Sessions Guided by Trained Professionals

Improves Emotional Health, Motivation & Engagement

Supports Stroke, Neuro & Pediatric Rehabilitation

Safe, Structured & Patient-Centered Therapy Approach

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Animal Assisted Therapy in Kolkata

Holistic Healing Through Animal-Assisted Therapy

Animal Assisted Therapy in Kolkata

At Rehabana, we believe healing is not only about exercises and medicines. It is also about hope, joy, connection, and nurturing emotional strength.

That’s why we offer animal assisted therapy in Kolkata as part of our holistic neuro rehab approach.

Under the guidance of our MD Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation doctors and Certified Animal Assisted Intervention Specialist (C-AAIS) from The Association of Animal-Assisted Intervention Professionals (AAAIP). The patients can interact with specially trained therapy animals (primarily dogs) in a safe, structured and supervised way.

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Animal Assisted Therapy

Expert-Led Animal Therapy for Holistic Recovery

Doctor-Led Animal Assisted Therapy in Kolkata

At Rehabana, animal assisted therapy is not just “playing with animals” - it is a unique approach where medical expertise and compassionate care work together to support your recovery.

  • Planned and approved by our rehab doctors
  • Conducted by C-AAIS therapists with therapy animals
  • Designed to support your emotional, mental and functional recovery
  • Integrated into your overall care plan, not done in isolation
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Animal Assisted Therapy

Understanding Animal-Assisted Therapy and Its Benefits

What Is Animal Assisted Therapy?

Animal assisted therapy (AAT) is a type of therapy where people experiencing physical or psychological distress benefit from interaction with animals. At Rehabana, we ensure every session is safe, supportive, and purposeful. During a session, patients may:

  • Touch, pet, or gently groom the animal, which can help reduce anxiety, fear, and loneliness by releasing happy hormones
  • Walk with the animal (with support, if needed) to encourage movement, balance, and coordination
  • Follow simple commands or tasks with the animal to improve mood, motivation, and confidence
  • Interact in a calm, safe space under therapist supervision to build social connection and emotional well-being
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Why Families Trust Rehabana

Recovery Journeys Guided by Doctors, Supported by Care

Hear directly from patients and families who have experienced meaningful recovery at Rehabana. Their stories reflect our commitment to personalized care, consistent progress, and compassionate support throughout the rehabilitation journey.

Mimi Banerjee

Mimi Banerjee

Sandeep Sen

Sandeep Sen

Farzana Anjum

Farzana Anjum

Soumyadip Sharma

Soumyadip Sharma

Swarnadeep Halder

Swarnadeep Halder

Surojit Pal

Surojit Pal

Binod Prasad

Binod Prasad

Pulak Chatterjee

Pulak Chatterjee

Ashoka Chakraborty

Ashoka Chakraborty

Your Recovery Starts With the Right Care

Get Personalized Rehabilitation Care From Our Specialist Doctors

100% Safe & Trusted Care

100% Safe & Trusted Care

Our treatments follow evidence-based protocols delivered by certified rehabilitation professionals.

Expert Neuro & Physical Rehabilitation

Expert Neuro & Physical Rehabilitation

Specialized care for stroke, paralysis, spinal injuries, and chronic pain recovery.

24/7 Patient Support

24/7 Patient Support

Continuous care and emergency assistance whenever you need us.

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Animal Assisted Therapy in Kolkata

Therapy with Animals for Better Recovery

Who Can Benefit from Animal Assisted Therapy?

Animal assisted therapy at our rehabilitation center in Kolkata may be helpful for:

  • Patients recovering from stroke
  • Individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCI)
  • People with traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
  • Patients with Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders
  • Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis, neuropathy or myopathy
  • Patients struggling with anxiety, low mood, or lack of motivation during rehab
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Animal Assisted Therapy Centre in Kolkata

Integrating Animal Therapy into Your Rehab Plan

How Animal Assisted Therapy Fits Into Your Rehabilitation Journey

At Rehabana, Animal Assisted Therapy is one part of a bigger plan. The goal is to support physical, mental and emotional recovery together, not in separate silos. Your overall rehabilitation journey may include:

  • Physiotherapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech and language therapy
  • Robotic and advanced machine-based rehab
  • Psychological counselling and caregiver training
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What to Expect in an Animal-Assisted Therapy Session

What Happens in an Animal Assisted Therapy Session?

A typical session at our Animal Assisted Therapy Centre in Kolkata may include:

Check up by the Doctor

Preparation and Comfort Check

The therapist checks your mood, energy, and pain, explains the session in simple words, and gently introduces the therapy animal.

Step 1

Initial Interaction

You may start by sitting with the animal, petting or touching it, and getting familiar. This helps build comfort and trust before moving on to more active tasks.

Step 2
Initial Interaction
Guided Activities

Guided Activities

With the therapist’s support, you may groom, walk with, or give simple commands to the animal. All activities are planned, safe, and closely supervised.

Step 3

Reflection and Cool-Down

The therapist discusses how you felt, notes changes in mood or engagement, and suggests small tasks to continue at home.

Step 4
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Key Benefits of Animal-Assisted Therapy

Benefits of Animal Assisted Therapy at Rehabana

While results vary from person to person, many families notice:

  • Patients appear more relaxed and less anxious
  • Increased willingness to participate in other therapies
  • Better eye contact, communication and interaction
  • Small but meaningful movements and activities that were earlier avoided
  • A sense of joy and “normalcy” even during a difficult time
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Ensuring Safety and Ethical Care in Animal Therapy

Safety and Ethics at Our Animal Assisted Therapy Centre in Kolkata

Safety – for both patients and animals – is very important for us. At Rehabana, we ensure:

  • All sessions are supervised by certifed professionals
  • Therapy animals are healthy, fully vaccinated, trained and temperament-tested
  • Activities are chosen based on patient’s medical condition
  • We respect cultural, personal and religious preferences of the individual undergoing therapy
  • No patient is forced to take part if they are afraid or uncomfortable
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Why Choose Rehabana for Animal Assisted Therapy in Kolkata?

At Rehabana, our Animal Assisted Therapy Centre in Kolkata offers more than cute photos - therapy here is safe, effective, and a holistic part of recovery, guided by MD Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation doctors, a skilled multi-disciplinary team, advanced technology, and compassionate care.

Doctor-led and evidence-informed

Therapy is planned and supervised by qualified rehab doctors.

Integrated into a rehab plan

AAT complements your complete recovery program, not just for fun.

Certified and experienced staff

Professionals trained in animal-assisted interventions guide every session.

Focused on complex conditions

We specialize in neurorehabilitation and challenging cases.

Compassionate care

We respect patients and caregivers, ensuring a supportive environment.

Personalized approach

Every session is tailored to the patient’s unique needs and goals.

Animal Assisted Therapy in Kolkata

Supporting Caregivers Alongside Patients

Support for Caregivers and Families

Animal assisted therapy often helps caregivers too. During or after sessions, families often:

  • See their loved one smile, engage or relax in new ways
  • Feel more hopeful and encouraged
  • Get a chance to talk with our therapists about emotions, fears and questions
  • Feel less alone, knowing there is a team walking this path with them

Holistic, Doctor-Led Animal Therapy to Support Your Recovery

Take a Gentle Step Forward in Your Recovery Journey

If you are looking for an Animal Assisted Therapy Centre in Kolkata. Explore how animal assisted therapy can support your or your loved one’s healing and recovery journey.

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Our Top Notch Features

Our features are designed to help you achieve your goals.

Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy

Helping individuals regain independence by improving daily living skills, motor coordination, and functional abilities.

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy

Restoring movement, strength, and physical function through targeted exercises and evidence-based rehabilitation techniques.

Understanding Post-Stroke Speech Challenges

Psychotherapy

Providing professional mental health support to manage stress, anxiety, emotional challenges, and behavioral concerns.

FAQs

FAQs – Animal Assisted Therapy in Kolkata at Rehabana

Get clear answers about safety, benefits, and booking sessions at our Animal Assisted Therapy Centre in Kolkata.

Is animal assisted therapy safe for all patients?

Animal assisted therapy is not suitable for everyone. Our doctors and therapists carefully evaluate each patient’s medical condition, allergies or skin issues, fear or discomfort around animals, and infection risk or immunity status. Only when it is safe and appropriate is AAT included as part of the care plan.

What kind of animals are used?

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Will animal assisted therapy cure my condition?

Can I request animal assisted therapy for my family member?

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