Many of us have grown up with pets, know someone who owns a pet, or are simply lovers of animals. Animals have a unique way of comforting us without even needing to speak to us. By being around animals, we can feel a safe, nonjudgmental space that can provide moments of calm and happiness to [...]
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Strengthening Therapeutic Connections Through Pets in Telehealth Therapy
“Time spent with cats is never wasted.” - Not Sigmund Freud “I, as is well known, do not like cats. “ - SIGMUND FREUD The bond between people and their animals evolved through history, from utilitarian farm cats and hunting dogs to cherished family members in their own right. As people became more socially isolated, [...]