Mental illness is complicated. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, in the United States, 1 in 5 adults experience some degree of mental illness each year and the numbers are nearly the same for youths aged 6-17. Treatment is unique to each individual. This makes it difficult to find a plan that works and therefore steers many away from a path towards recovery. On average, there is an 11-year gap between the onset of symptoms and seeking help.

Animal assisted therapy offers several benefits for both mental and physical health. We believe dogs are a great way to help break the ice and reduce the initial resistance towards treatment. To be clear, animal assisted therapy is not limited to just dogs; it can also include cats, horses, rabbits and more. Our focus at Cap & Jack remains on dogs and their keen ability to offer a wide range of support on many different levels.