Pet Therapy for the Elderly
A topic of research that has been gaining traction over the last decade or two is the effects of pet ownership. Some studies have shown that simply owning a pet can help improve a person’s cardiovascular health. Now, research is being done to see if pets can have a positive effect on elderly persons. Read below to find out more about pet therapy for the elderly. What is Pet Therapy for the Elderly? Simply put, pet therapy is a form of mild therapy that uses a pet to form companionship with an elderly person. This is usually used to bolster an already existing therapy routine. It has been shown that… Read More
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