chapter 7 reading power point
Pets in Costume……Happy Halloween!
The Benefits of the Human-Animal Relationship
What About You?
What was the name of your favorite pet? Or an animal you have had an experience with?
What kind of animal was it?
List 5 things about this animal that made you happy.
How do you think animals can help us?
Children & Adolescents
Respect for Living Things
Responsibility
Empathy
Life Lessons
Enhanced Non-verbal Communication
Emotional Needs
Adults
Increases Family Time/Interaction
Companionship
Stress Relief
Exercise
Emotional Needs
Mindfulness
Improve fine motor skills
Increase self-esteem
Decrease anxiety
Develop social skills
Provide palliative care for patients undergoing medical treatment
Assist veterans with PTSD
Assist in physical therapy
Assist mental health
What is your ideal pet?