Animal-assisted therapy at Mayo Clinic: The time is now

Edward T. Creagan; Brent A. Bauer; Barbara S. Thomley; Jessica M. Borg

doi:10.1016/j.ctcp.2015.03.002

Animal-assisted therapy at Mayo Clinic: The time is now

Edward T. Creagan, Brent A. Bauer, Barbara S. Thomley, Jessica M. Borg

General Internal Medicine

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Abstract

The animal-human bond refers to an emotional, almost existential, relationship between animals and people. From the time of antiquity, domestic animals were an important source of economic vitality, but with the changing cultural landscape, the companion animal has become a faithful friend. Overwhelming anecdotal evidence supports the healing power of this relationship. We summarize the emerging literature on the neurobiochemical and cardiovascular benefits of companion pet ownership. We address the peer-reviewed data from myriad journal articles assessing the impact of the companion animal on the quality and often the length of life of select patients.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	101-104
Number of pages	4
Journal	Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice
Volume	21
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctcp.2015.03.002
State	Published - May 1 2015

Keywords

Aging
Dog
FEMA
Pet therapy

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Complementary and alternative medicine

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