Abstract: Science Set Journal of Medical and Clinical Case Studies

Abstract:
Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) is a therapeutic practice that involves interaction between humans and animals, aimed at enhancing the psychophysical well-being of patients. Over recent decades, AAT has gained increasing popularity in psychotherapy, where the use of animals has been shown to promote relaxation, reduce anxiety, and facilitate the processing of emotional traumas. Dogs and cats, in particular, have become prominent in many psychotherapeutic interventions, as their different emotional and behavioral characteristics distinctly shape therapeutic approaches. This article explores the use of dogs and cats in both individual and group psychotherapy, focusing specifically on emotional aspects and treatment differences