Dr. Todd L. Prince, DVM, is a board-certified small animal practitioner with over 25 years of experience in veterinary medicine. Dr. Todd Prince also supports the Hinsdale Humane Society, a nonprofit organization that helps homeless animals through a variety of services, including pet therapy. Pet therapy is a program introduced by Hinsdale Humane Society to benefit not only pets but also humans. This program sends out people with their Delta/Pet Partner-registered animals to schools and libraries to work with children on their reading skills. Pets can be used for treatment without having to worry about side effects. Pets are beneficial for the mental health of humans, as their accepting nature provides a social environment that can be mentally stimulating, as well. Pets can also benefit humans physically through engagement in activities that improve gross and fine motor skills and balance. Lastly, because of their nonjudgmental nature, pets can provide a safe space for learning and become effective motivators toward achieving educational goals. Comments are closed.
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