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The relationship between humans and animals is as old as humanity itself, but only in recent decades has science begun to truly understand its therapeutic potential. This book was created with the intention of accompanying the reader on a comprehensive and in-depth journey into the world of pet therapy, a universe where empathy, care, and mutual respect intertwine to create healing and wellness journeys that involve both people and animals themselves. From the scientific basis explaining why the closeness of a dog, a cat, or even a horse can reduce stress and promote communication, to the practical aspects of designing an intervention, the volume offers a broad and rigorous yet accessible overview. A wide range of application areas are explored: hospitals, schools, retirement homes, communities, rehabilitation centers, and settings for mental health problems, with a constant focus on the well-being of the animals involved and the central role of the professionals. Each chapter addresses a key aspect: the selection and training of the co-therapy dog, the silent yet powerful presence of the cat, the transformative power of the horse and donkey, and the unexpected effectiveness of small animals like rabbits, birds, and fish. Numerous real-life stories, collected in hospitals and schools, demonstrate how pet therapy can make a difference in people's lives, offering support that goes beyond words and speaks directly to the heart. This manual is not only a guide for professionals, psychologists, doctors, educators, and other practitioners, but also a text designed for anyone who wants to approach this extraordinary practice with awareness. Its clarity, scientific depth, and narrative sensitivity make it a valuable tool for understanding how animals can become not only lifelong companions but authentic co-therapists. At the heart of it all remains an essential principle: pet therapy is an encounter, a wordless dialogue between living beings who recognize and support one another. In this book, you will discover how and why this encounter can transform fragility into resources, suffering into resilience, loneliness into connection.

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