Art

Intervention Summary

Goals: Fine motor control, Leisure
Patient task: Draw, color, or paint a picture of the dog
Dog task: Be the model for the patient’s art
Scale: Modified tools
Equipment needed: Art supplies

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Intervention Overview

“I like it… Picasso!” Your adorable facility dog serves as the perfect inspiration for an art activity! Have your patient draw or paint a picture of the dog, or color on a pre-made coloring sheet. Use dog-safe paint to create paw print art, or have your dog hold a paintbrush and add some finishing touches!

Patient Instructions

• Use your creativity and make art with the facility dog

• Ideas:

  • Pre-made coloring sheets with your dog’s face

  • Draw a picture of the dog with colored pencils or markers

  • Paint a picture of the dog

  • Use the dog’s paw print as part of the painting (like as a flower)

  • The dog holds a paint brush to add details to the painting

Dog’s Role

• Serve as inspiration for the art, or help the patient with their piece

• Interaction level: passive or active

Scaling

Make it easier:

• Use built-up handle to help with grip on tools

Additional Notes

• Equipment: art supplies