Animals have assumed an important role in our society, causing some to view the human-animal bond as critical to the health of the community. People must stay in touch with animals throughout their lifetime to remain healthy.
Caru Cattery places our felines in homes of individuals with special needs. Consultation is provided in feline behavior and selection of the proper pet match. We use animals large and small therapeutically with children and adults.
A pet in the lives of elderly individuals can give a purpose in life. An animal needs to be cared for. The pet provides love, affection, and companionship that is missing else where in the lives of elderly people.
Understanding the disability of a child or an adult is important in choosing a pet suitable to ones needs. The type of pet, it's age, and temperatement plays a crucial role in the selection.
Pets can be brought into classrooms for children to be exposed to the wonders of animals. The language development and sensory development of the child both benefit from this experience.
Horses are a wonderful way to work with children with disabilities. Motor skills and language skills blossum as result of this modality.
You are never too young to participate in this activity. Safty is always the first concern and we use assistants as needed.
