Animal-Assisted Therapy

How do horses help with autism? Horses calm riders with autism, allowing them to focus, think and accept training. The desire to ride also allows us to encourage positive behaviors and gently discourage negative behaviors. Read more on www.autismspeaks.org For millennia, people have utilized horses as a kind of therapy to treat a wide range … Read more

Are horses good for anxiety? Horses are, simply put – good for the soul. Just as being around and handling horses can offer incredible benefits to those dealing with physical and mental health issues. Many of us experience some level of stress or anxiety in our work or life, but being around horses has been … Read more