The use of therapy animals to help students with disabilities is not a new concept. Doctors and therapists have reported on the social and emotional benefits of animals for humans (Fine, 2010 ...

Horse therapy has been promoted by autism groups and those that work with children with learning disabilities as having a positive impact.

Animal therapy, which includes equine-assisted learning, is a growing sector. Wendy Coombe set up Animal Therapies Limited three years ago, with the aim of building a directory of service providers.

ENABLE stands for enriching, nurturing animal-based learning experiences.

Once a month, the Arizona organization Pawsitive Friendships brings therapy animals to A Place 4 Everyone Learning Center, a school to help students with physical, social and emotional issues.

"We couldn’t have done it without the generosity of our supporters, and we’re so grateful to everyone who made it possible." ...

Horse therapy has been promoted by autism groups and those that work with children with learning disabilities as having a positive impact. And animal therapy in general has been found to be useful ...

Horse therapy has been promoted by autism groups and those that work with children with learning disabilities as having a positive impact. And animal therapy in general has been found to be useful ...

Rest of World News: Discover the joy and healing that horse therapy brings to children with learning disabilities in Namibia. This program not only enhances their emotional well-being but also ...