Snowdrop Animal Assisted Therapy Malta

Snowdrop Animal Assisted Therapy Malta Animal assisted therapy (AAT) is a ‘deliberately planned pedagogy, psychological and socially integrative interventions with animals.

Animal assisted therapy (AAT) as defined by the Pet Partners, formerly known as Delta Society, is a ‘goal-directed intervention in which an animal that meets specific criteria is an integral part of the treatment process’ (Kruger, Trachtenberg & Serpell 2004). It involves specifically trained animals and professionals working as co-therapists (Pet Partners, 2012). The European Society for Animal Assisted Therapy (ESAAT) defines it as a ‘deliberately planned pedagogy, psychological and socially integrative interventions with animals for children, youths, adults and senior citizens with cognitive, social-emotional and motor disabilities, behavioural problems and for focused support. It also includes health-promoting, prevention and rehabilitative measures’ (ESAAT 2011). The use of animals in promoting and improving the life of humans has been around for a long time, yet the complementary healing modality is not widely integrated into mainstream education and healthcare. Animals and humans have co-existed in therapeutic relationships with each other for more than 12,000 years (Serpell 2000). Records demonstrate that animals were used in different roles from companions to therapy for persons suffering from epilepsy, mental disorder, terminal illness and anxiety/stress disorder. Animal-assisted therapy is designed to promote improvement in human physical, social, emotional and/or cognitive function (Fine, 2000)

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21/01/2026

Valentine's Day is round the corner. Our pets shower us with un unconditional love. They deserve some treats, especially baked for Valentine's. Book your order so as not to disappoint your pets.

28/11/2025
Your furry pet would love an advent calendar just like you do. Our calendars are filled with tasty organic treats, a gra...
28/11/2025

Your furry pet would love an advent calendar just like you do. Our calendars are filled with tasty organic treats, a gratitude quote and a surprise. Order your advent calendar now so you won't be disappointed. Your pet will be so happy.

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Day care centre at Zammit Clapp
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Day care centre at Zammit Clapp

18/08/2020

3 new photos · Album by Christine

My new logo
17/08/2020

My new logo

And finally it's done
17/08/2020

And finally it's done

Little Grey and Little White finally enjoying freedom, even though they still need some assistance.
13/08/2020

Little Grey and Little White finally enjoying freedom, even though they still need some assistance.

Little Grey and Little White could hardly contain their smiles as they were about to swim in the ocean for the first time in nearly a decade

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