Bring Your Pet

Pets can be healthy support in your recovery

2007 is the inaugural year for the introduction of Pet Program at Morningside Recovery. The literature regarding the health benefits of having and caring for a pet would indicate a client’s recovery could well be enhanced by having their pet by their side. According to Blair Justice, PhD, a psychology professor at the University of Texas School of Public Health, “People take drugs like heroin and cocaine to raise serotonin and dopamine, but the healthy way to do it is to pet your dog, or hug your spouse, watch sunsets, or get around something beautiful in nature.”

In Newport Beach, CA you will find beautiful sunsets, beautiful nature to enjoy, and now Morningside Recovery Rehab is one of a very few treatment centers in the United States that incorporates Pet Program into their residential drug and alcohol treatment program.

A few highlights of the research on the health benefits of Pets…

Pets help lower blood pressure
Pets help reduce stress
Pets help fight depression

You can visit our Frequently Asked Questions section to learn more about our Pet Policy or feel free to call our Admissions Department 866.725.8565 to discuss this option for you or your loved one.

When Deciding To Enter Treatment With Your Pet The Prospective
Client Should Consider The Following Questions:

Is your dog used to being around other dogs?
Does your dog frequent dog parks, doggie day care etc?
Is your dog aggressive?
Is your dog protective of you? How so and in what circumstances?
Can your dog respond to “handlers” versus your commands?
Is your dog friendly and outgoing?

What To Bring:

Leash and collar (w/ID tag)
Pet records (in case of emergency)
Food preference
Comb/Brush, Shampoo
Favorite treats
Favorite toys
Pet beds
Bowls
Pet crate for indoors

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Nicki S.
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