Animal Assisted Therapy is based on a holistic approach through interaction with animals. The purpose of which is to strengthen, support and help people to live rewarding and fulfilling lives.
Animal Assisted Therapy and Animal Assisted Activities are proven to:
Enhance problem-solving skills
Help to prevent disease
Improve balance
Improve fine motor skills
Improve mood
Improve self-control
Improve social skills
Improve willingness to be involved in a therapeutic program or group activity
Increase focus and attention
Increase self-esteem and ability to care for oneself
Increase trust, empathy and teamwork
Lower blood pressure
Lower cholesterol levels
Lower the risk of a heart attack
Motivate and encourage exercise
Reduce and prevent stress
Reduce anxiety, grief and isolation
Reduce blood pressure, depression, and risk of heart attack or stroke
Reduce potential need for medication
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