According to a 2025 report by the American Veterinary Medical Association, animal-assisted intervention is an umbrella term describing the utilization of animals to benefit the human experience. The ...

In tonight’s class, Maxwell is the center of attention. He greets students as they arrive and waits for them to pet him or scratch him behind the ears. He sits on the floor beside adjunct instructor ...

Animal-assisted therapy has gained widespread support and application over the past few decades. This article reviews the history of animal-assisted therapy; discusses its present goals and ...

Animal-assisted therapy is increasingly used in treatment and can affect stress, well-being, and social relationships.