Animal Party Episode 88 PTSD Pets, Family Pets and Autistic Kids, & Dog Stories

Host Deb Wolfe talks with Dr. Stanley Coren about PTSD animals and how they benefit us physically in measurable scientific ways and also where the line should be drawn with plane travel after a peacock and a squirrel were stopped from flying as assistance animals. Deborah asks a listener’s question about helping dogs to bond with an autistic child and Dr. Coren discusses breed differences and makes suggestions for involving the autistic child customizing the advice for the breed. Dr. Coren tells stories of his many dogs and weaves the science and facts into his tales so you end up learning by listening and enjoying the process.
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