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Studies show that the presence of an animal can lower anxiety, motivate therapy participation and cultivate self-awareness in nonverbal or socially isolated children. That’s proof positive that dogs and their humans can be a force for good.

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Animal-assisted therapies have been proven to:

  • Promote competence and expand impulse control

  • Heighten the capacity for love and empathy

  • Facilitate trust and understanding

 

Even through virtual sessions participants:

  • Have the opportunity to enhance their self esteem

  • Cope with feelings of uncertainty

  • Practice receiving feedback

Teachers who integrated pets into the classroom reported the following improvements:

  • Social interactions in the classroom 70%

  • Behavioral issues 60%

  • Class participation 55%

 

And it’s a cost-effective approach:

  • Every $1 invested in social emotional learning yields $11 in long-term benefits

1. Fine AH. Animal-assisted therapy: theoretical foundations and guidelines for practice. San Diego, CA: Academic Press; 2002. Ganzert RR, McCullough A. Pets in the classroom: phase 1 findings report. American Humane Association. Washington, D.C. 2015.3. Belfield C, Brooks B, Klapp A, et al. The economic value of social and emotional learning. 2015.