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Alternatives to pet ownership If full-time pet ownership is not right for you—or if you want to give pet ownership a trial run before making a commitment—some animal shelters offer pet “rental” programs. Dogs or cats that are available for adoption can be rented out for walks or play dates. If you already own a pet but travel frequently and miss your furry companion when you’re on the road, some hotels offer similar pet rental services. Guests can borrow a dog for a day to play with or take out on walks. Animal-assisted therapy and animal-assisted activities Animal-assisted therapy involves the use of volunteers’ animals such as horses, dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, and fish to interact with patients suffering from disorders such as schizophrenia, depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism and a host of developmental disabilities. The animals have been shown to improve mood and reduce anxiety.
Posted on: Tue, 20 Aug 2013 20:20:33 +0000

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