Spending time with animals is beneficial. Pets are good for physical and mental health, thanks to their unconditional love and the stress-reducing effects of being around them. Most people think of ...

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Pets and the use of assistance or therapy animals — including horses — can be helpful and healing for people with a variety of conditions, from cancer to depression. People of all ages with diverse ...

Guiding a horse requires clear commands. First, a direct verbal command. Then a firm tug on the reins. It's an easy job for one person. But with two people, things can get complicated. Travon Hartwell ...

LEESBURG, Va (7News) — In the rolling hills of Virginia, Bridle Paths, a nonprofit organization, is making a profound impact on the lives of veterans and others living with "invisible injuries" ...

Equine-assisted psychotherapy, sometimes referred to as EAP, EAT, or “equine therapy,” refers to activities with horses that are conducted while being supervised by a mental health professional and a ...