We have been very keen to try pet therapy out, but have failed, having the courage to do so on number of occasions. The deterrents being the lack of experience, space constraints, additional work load..... These are some of the common excuses, that we give. It has been established beyond doubt, that animal therapy for autistic children provides the children with companionship, improves their socialization skills, reduces their tantrum levels and stereotypical behaviors, increases their verbal communication....Companionship is a major issue with our kids, so finding somebody accepting of them is very important. This is very true, in the sense many a times when Ramam is on his own, I wish there was somebody to keep him company. At the least he could play and throw and catch. Autistic kids are known to take on maternal instincts when looking after a pet, feeding them, brushing them. Hopefully...
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