This comprehensive overview of the many types of animal-assisted
therapy provides the perfect reference for students, general
readers, pet owners, animal care specialists, psychologists,
occupational and physical therapists, and mental health
professionals. The use of animals for therapy is a burgeoning form
of treatment for individuals with physical, emotional, or
psychological illnesses. Written for students and general readers,
Animal-Assisted Therapy offers a historical overview of the
practice, detailing its growth and the many ways it is practiced
today. Filled with illustrative examples, such as successful
programs where children with reading problems read aloud to canine
companions, the book illuminates the expansive nature and
effectiveness of this therapy as it is practiced both generally and
among special populations, including children, the elderly,
autistic individuals, and the incarcerated. The book also provides
specific information that will be of interest to pet owners who
want to get involved in these programs and includes information on
U.S. government requirements allowing guide dogs in public and
private facilities. A list of government regulations about the
rights of service dogs in public accommodations A glossary of major
terms, such as animal-assisted therapy, animal-assisted activities,
equine therapy, and many others The most comprehensive annotated
bibliography yet developed on the subject, including books, journal
articles, videos, and websites
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