Therapy which involves animals is called animal-assisted therapy (AAT). The aim of therapy involving animals is to improve a guest’s social, emotional and cognitive functions. There is evidence that animals can be useful for educational and motivational effectiveness for the patients who are participating in the therapy. Alzheimer's and dementia patients may regard a therapist with a pet less threatening and the relationship between patient and therapist may become more close and harmonious. Research shows that the relationship between humans and animals as generally favorable.

At CAREWELL, we use friendly pet dogs for animal-assisted therapy. Our guests visibly enjoy the contact with the happy animals which can have a positive effect on the guest's moods and cooperation. Naturally, pets are only used under strict observation by a therapist to guarantee the guest's and the animal's wellbeing.

At CAREWELL have four domestic cats, two Beagles a Westie and a Thai dog as well as a large land turtle (Lady Gaga). In the garden we have a large Koi pond with sixteen large Japanese Koi's.