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Osana laumaa : Eläin lapsen sosiaalisten taitojen ja vuorovaikutuksen tukena
Theses | Contributor(s): Sirpa Souranto
Tämän opinnäytetyön tarkoituksena oli kerätä kokemustietoa siitä, miten lapsen sosiaalisia taitoja ja vuorovaikutusta voidaan tukea eläinavusteisten ja toiminnallisten menetelmien avulla. Tavoitteena oli selvittää, miten lapset kokevat...
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4STEPS Therapeutic Riding Program
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4STEPS goal is to improve the minds and bodies of our riders, using our horses as partners. 4STEPS mission is to provide equine assisted activities and therapies to promote physical, emotional and educational growth and development for children and adults with disabilities...
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The effect of age on visuo-spatial short-term memory in family dogs
Journal Articles | Contributor(s): Patrizia Piotti, Dóra Szabó, Lisa Wallis, Zsófia Bognár, Bianka Stiegmann, Anna Egerer, Pauline Marty, Enikő Kubinyi
Decline in the visuo-spatial memory domain may be an early marker for cognitive decline and has a relevant impact on animal welfare. Current research on visuo-spatial memory in family dogs is often limited by factors such as the need of extensive pre-training, limited attention to co-occurring...
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Riding to the Top Therapeutic Riding Center
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Riding To The Top Therapeutic Riding Center (RTT) is a non-profit dedicated to enhancing heath and wellness through equine assisted activities and therapies. Founded in 1993, RTT is a PATH International (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International) Premier Accredited...
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MapleStone Farm Therapeutic Riding Center
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Our mission is to serve individuals in need of special services through providing an environment that encourages and helps to facilitate innovative approaches to education and progressive equine services to individuals with special needs through therapeutic riding, driving and Hippotherapy.
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Greater New Orleans Therapeutic Riding Center
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The Greater New Orleans Therapeutic Riding Center is a non-profit, charitable organization serving individuals in the Greater New Orleans and Southeast Louisiana area with a horse riding stable. The GNOTRC is a North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA) member operating...
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Eläinavusteinen erityispedagogiikka : Koira-avusteisen työskentelyn merkitys kahdelle kehitysvammaiselle henkilölle kotona ja toimintakeskuksessa
Theses | Contributor(s): Norma Tiainen
Opinnäytetyö on kvalitatiivinen, toiminnallinen tutkimus, jonka tavoite oli tuoda esille eläinavusteista työskentelyä, sen hyötyjä ja soveltamismahdollisuuksia erityispedagogisessa toiminnassa aikuisten kehitysvammaisten henkilöiden kanssa. Toiminnalliset...
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GaitWay Therapeutic Horsemanship
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GaitWay Therapeutic Horsemanship provides equine therapy to children and adults with a variety of disabilities. By riding, they grow stronger, both mentally and physically. We serve children and adults who have cerebral palsy, autism, developmental delays, scoliosis, ADHD, depression, anxiety,...
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Horsepower UP
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The mission of Horsepower UP is to provide a safe, genuine, caring environment in which to improve human lives through equine activities, learning, and therapy grounded in Christian values. We strive to instill hope and personal growth in individuals, families, and our community.
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Patriots and Paws
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The Patriots and Paws mission is to provide Veterans/Active Military/Reservists and their families throughout Southern California basic home furnishings for newly acquired residences. Additionally, at Patriots and Paws for those Veteran/Military service folks that are interested, they can...
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Sanctuary Animal Assisted Therapy
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The Sanctuary was founded in 2018 by me, Alona Yorkshire, because of my conviction that animals can heal those who need it most. I have been informally rescuing animals my whole life, while having a "real job" and becoming a foster parent. I am a Behavior Analyst and primarily work...
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Hoofprints Equine & Animal Assisted Activities
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Hoofprints is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in Iowa. Hoofprints is a member of PATH, International, the Professional Association for Therapeutic Horsemanship. Their mission is to provide animal-assisted wellness activities for persons with physical, intellectual and emotional challenges.
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Inspired by Horses: Finding Your Sweet Spot in Life | Jonathan Field | TEDxSanJuanIsland
Videos | Contributor(s): Jonathan Field
During the past 20 Jonathan Field has been speaking and handling horses while teaching large groups of people to understand the nature of the horse. Participants quickly come to realize it's more about teaching the humans and helping them through their blocks than it is about the horse. By...
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Alliance of Therapy Dogs
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Alliance of Therapy Dogs is a national organization with its corporate office located in Cheyenne, WY. ATD was incorporated in the year 1990. Currently we have 12,000+ handler/dog teams in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Territories. It is a goal of ATD to provide registration,...
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ASPIRE Therapeutic Riding Program
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At ASPIRE, we see participants with a variety of disabilities, including autism, developmental delays, and mental health issues. Our participants benefit from therapeutic riding in a variety of ways.
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Virikkeitä aidosta hännänheilutuksesta : Ikäihmisten kokemuksia kaverikoiratoiminnasta
Theses | Contributor(s): Miia Vauhkonen, Oona Hirvi
Tutkimuksen tilaajana oli Suomen Kennelliitto, joka on perustettu vuonna 1889. Suomen Kennelliitto on koirajärjestö, joka järjestää muun muassa kaverikoiratoimintaa. Kaverikoira-nimike patentoitiin vuonna 2005 ja sitä saavat käyttää vain Kennelliiton...
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Sunrise Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc.
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Sunrise is a member of PATH Intl. and uses only certified teachers. We are located in Floyd County, Indiana. We serve students from age 3-70 with disabilities including but not limited to Autism, ADD/ADHD,Down Syndrome,CP,MD, Emotional Disorders,OCD.
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People & Animal Learning Services, Inc. (PALS)
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PALS is a nonprofit therapeutic riding center located in Bloomington, IN. We provide therapeutic horseback riding & unmounted equine activities to people with disabilities, veterans, senior citizens, and at-risk youth. The therapeutic power of the horse can offer many physical, emotional...
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White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center
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White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center provides equine assisted experiences to enhance the quality of life & cultivate personal growth through therapeutic, educational, recreational, & social development for persons with disabilities ages four through adult. Interactions between...
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Eläinavusteista toimintaa Klubitaloilla
Theses | Contributor(s): Minna Yrjölä
Tässä tutkimuksellisessa kehittämistyössä kehitettiin Karhulan ja Haminan Klubitalon toimintaa, selvittämällä eläinavusteisen työskentelyn soveltuvuutta mielenterveyskuntoutujien hyvinvoinnin ylläpitoon sekä heidän...
