Human Animal Partnerships and Interactions Lab
The Human-Animal Partnerships and Interactions (HAPI) Lab focuses on biopsychosocial outcomes of human-canine and human-equine interactions.
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Anthropomorphizing in Equine-Facilitated Learning and Psychotherapy
Anthropomorphizing in equine-facilitated learning and psychotherapy can aid human healing but may misrepresent horse behavior; a 2025 study urges therapists to use critical reflexivity to balance empathy with accurate equine understanding, ensuring ethical and effective EFL/P practices.
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How Service Dogs Transform the Lives of Families with Autistic Children
Discover how service dogs transform the lives of families with autistic children by fostering social connections, offering emotional support, and enhancing family dynamics, as highlighted in recent research.
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Navigating Grief in Equine-Assisted Services Programs
Discover how equine-assisted services practitioners navigate the emotional and practical challenges of losing a program horse, with insights on grief, memorials, and community support.
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