Hassen Bouchakour

Hassen Bouchakour is the dedicated caregiver of Peyo, a horse renowned for providing emotional support to terminally ill patients at the Hospital of Calais in France. After recognizing Peyo's exceptional ability to sense and comfort those in distress, Bouchakour left his previous career to focus on nurturing the horse and facilitating therapeutic visits. Through his Instagram account, he shares poignant reflections on end-of-life care, emphasizing the profound connections formed between Peyo and the patients he visits. His work exemplifies the positive impact of animal-assisted therapy in palliative care, significantly alleviating anxiety and loneliness among patients, families, and healthcare staff.