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Dr. Aubrey Fine is the author of THE HANDBOOK of Animal Assisted Therapy "This is a very in-depth and informational text on animal-assisted therapy (AAT). It is full of good historical and up-to-date information to guide the practitioner wanting to begin AAT. I feel that this book is definitely needed in any AAT program, and I found it very informative as well as instructional. This book is a complete, thorough, and in-depth overview of the ways that animals can assist human therapists. Specific use in hospitals, prisons, and independent practices is covered. Information on how to design an AAT program as well as the value that an AAT program can have in human therapy is included. Selection of appropriate animals for specific environments is suggested. The information and history of the human-animal bond gives the reader a sense of how useful AAT can be in a practice or institution. They give concise, detailed information on all areas of AAT including how to start a program or improve a current program. Anyone interested in the human-animal bond, particularly on how it relates to helping in a therapeutic setting, must read this book." --KENT DAVIS, DVM (University of Illinois Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital) "It is a well-written and interesting book and makes a considerable and important contribution to the field of animal-assisted therapy. This book would make an ideal text for courses in this topic and should be in the personal library of those interested in the human-animal bond and animal-assisted therapy." --JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, June 15, 2001 "Aubrey Fine has collated a broad ranging series of contributions which provide a much-needed resource for practitioners, researchers and students. This book is a positive step in formalizing the concepts and practicalities surrounding the use of animals in therapeutic settings... it is a valuable contribution to the field."

JP Novic will amaze us with all of her stories regarding C.A.P.E. Center for Animal Protection and Education and Animal Farm.org including rescue of Farm Animals. Her years of helping our animals friends include being on board with CAPE, and even rescuing dogs in Mexico. Movie: Viva Los Perros (Celebrate the Dogs) This amazing film documents the efforts and successes of CWOB Compassion without Borders. Dog rescue in the poorest areas of Mexico.

This weeks show: Vivian Kennedy from All Creatures Great & Small Shelter. and...Whitney Wilde from Woofers and Walkers of Santa Cruz, CA. Tune in to learn more about your pets.

How many of you notice all the special moments with your pets?
I am sitting on my bed with my computer writing this as my sweet dog Romeo lies on his back in between my legs, on top of my green quilt, I feel the warmth of his little body through the layers of fabric, and notice how totally relaxed and happy he his.  I can't imagine being without this little big personality.  It's like having a pleasant 3 yr old child around you all the time. 

I have a feeling of well-being having this sweet little guy in my life.  And I love all the games he makes up when he wants to play.  How about you?  Share the special moments you have with your loved pets with us.

Guest Terri Festa talks about www.SocietyDog.com A Unique Dog Social Club in California with over 2000 members. They have a fun bus -purple polka dots and dogs prints that they travel to and from events with. Many members have even found their soulmate at their events.

Molly the Pug was featured on the Smithsonian Channel in the U.S. and Animal Planet Internationally. Molly ended up in a wheelchair at 8 mos old and inspired wheelchair bound children for eight years. Video: This little pooch faces several challenges but provides tons of inspiration. She's marching in the Big Dog Parade to promote a cause. http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid14354335001?bclid=0&bctid=23327693001 Did you know that if a Therapy Pet visits a patient in the hospital that that person's stress level plus hormonal stress level decreases by 25%? If a human visit, the emotional stress level decreases by only 10% and the hormones are neutral. Listen in and be entertained and informed about everything new in the Pet World.