Animal-assisted therapy & huskies
A profoundly human encounter.
adapted for people with disabilities
At Alpes'Huskies, we offer sensory and relational support assisted by our huskies for people with disabilities or very low autonomy.
Through the calming presence of the dog, nature and non-verbal communication, we create human experiences tailored to each individual's pace and needs.
When words are no longer enough,
the link still exists
A look that lights up.
A hand that relaxes at the touch of the fur.
An unexpected smile.
The calm of a husky lying next to a person in a wheelchair.
Some encounters happen through words.
Others simply rely on presence.
Our interventions create moments of calm, sensory awakening and emotional connection, even for people with significant communication difficulties or very low autonomy.
Our adapted activities
Personalized support with one of our specially adapted huskies:
to people with multiple disabilities
to residents in institutions
to people with cognitive or neurological disorders
to people with communication disorders
The sessions can take place:
in the bedroom
in the sensory room
in living spaces
or outdoors when possible
Each meeting is structured around:
well-being
of the relationship
respecting everyone's pace
of the experience lived in the present moment
Experiences with the pack
Our huskies allow us to set up immersive and adapted activities:
encounters with dogs
walks
adapted cani-karting
sensory discoveries
outdoor activities in the great outdoors
recreational activities on the Institution's premises or in Champéry
These experiences promote:
sensory stimulation
pleasure
motivation
interactions
the movement
wonder
and the feeling of living an adventure outside of everyday life
Why huskies?
Very close to humans, intuitive and sensitive, he naturally seeks contact and relationship.
Its presence often promotes:
appeasement
curiosity
the contact
attention
emotional relaxation
and spontaneous interactions
Our dogs have always been used to human contact and regularly work with people with disabilities.
A secure and professional approach
The well-being of both the beneficiaries and the dogs is a key priority.
All our dogs are vaccinated annually; dewormed four times a year; treated against fleas and ticks; and carefully monitored to ensure their physical and emotional well-being.
The interventions are carried out in a calm, respectful environment adapted to the abilities of each participant.
We regularly collaborate with:
EMS
residential care homes
specialized institutions
facilities accommodating adults with disabilities
day centers
educational and care teams
Our services can include:
punctual
regular
individuals
or in small groups
Alpes'Huskies
Founder of Alpes'Huskies, Violaine Girard Grau has been developing relational and sensory support with dogs for several years for vulnerable populations.
His approach combines:
field experience
human support
understanding complex situations
therapeutic sensitivity
in-depth knowledge of canine behavior
Education and career path:
Master's degree in Work and Organizational Psychology
FSEA certified adult trainer
Master Practitioner in NLP
Reliance Interventionist Certificate
Experience in the socio-educational and security fields
Author of the book:
"The power of the therapy animal. Practicing support in relational connection with the dog." Ed. Chroniques sociales, 2020.
📍 Champéry – Switzerland
📞 +41 78 664 61 61
✉️ violaine@alpes-huskies.ch
🌐 www.alpes-huskies.ch