Therapy dogs may ease Kids' fear of needles and dentists

NCT ID NCT06468111

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study tests whether having a therapy dog present can lower emotional stress in children aged 3 to 12 during blood draws or dental procedures. About 120 kids will be randomly assigned to either have a dog with them or receive standard care. Researchers will measure distress and anxiety levels in the children and their family members.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Centre d'Atenció Primària Primer de Maig

    RECRUITING

    Lleida, 25000, Spain

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