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Animal Assisted therapy: Other Large Sized Pets

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The use of an animal companion as a pet to improve an individual's social, emotional, motivational or functional activities

Caution
  • Veterinary facilities near you may not be familiar with many species of exotic pets


  • Ample living spaces or rented fields are needed


  • Cost of care can be high

Therapy for:
  • Anxiety


  • Stress


  • Loneliness


  • Depression



Common species include:


  • Llamas


  • Monkeys

Comments
  • Spending time with a large pet animal is beneficial to mental wellbeing


  • Imported animals may harbour diseases that are harmful to humans


  • Disposing of an unwanted or a dead large animal is often challenging


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