Animal Assisted Therapy: Horses
Safe with pregnancy
The use of an animal companion as a pet to improve an individual's social, emotional, motivational or functional activities
Caution
Horses are expensive to run
Vet bills may be high
Most homes do not have enough space to harbour a horse, hence they are accommodated away from the primary house of ownership
Horse manure is usually copious and unpleasant
Accidents may occur during horse riding
Therapy for:
Stress
Paralysis
Supportive care for missing limbs
Low self-worth: Horses empower their riders
Comments
All breeds of (tame) horses are usually suitable
Spending time with a horse is beneficial to mental wellbeing, without a compulsory need to ride on it
Disposing of an unwanted or a dead horse is often challenging
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Safe with diabetes
Children: Use with caution
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