Animal-assisted therapy can benefit sick and injured children in many ways, from providing comfort in times of stress to offering a distraction during a painful procedure. Phoenix Children’s Animal-Assisted Therapy Programs bring the healing power of animals to patients and their families. It is funded entirely by donations which covers the cost of the two full-time, specially trained facility dogs, their care and feeding, pet insurance, vet visits and shots, grooming and other expenses related to materials and training.