pet therapy
nounUK /ˈpɛt ˌθɛrəpi/
US /ˈpɛt ˌθɛrəpi/
Pet therapy is when animals help people feel better and happier.
The hospital uses pet therapy to cheer up sick children.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Using pets to help people recover from illness or stress.
Pet therapy helped him relax after his surgery.
3. A program where trained animals visit schools, hospitals, or nursing homes.
The nursing home started a pet therapy program with friendly dogs.
4. The practice of spending time with animals to improve mood and health.
She practices pet therapy with her calm rabbit at the care center.