Therapy Cats

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 What are therapy cats?
★ A therapy cat is a specially trained and well-behaved domestic cat that has the ability to provide emotional
support and companionship.
★ Usually, they are found in ‘therapeutic settings’, such as hospitals, private homes, nursing homes, and
schools.
★ They are selected for their gentle temperament, social nature, and ability to interact calmly with a wide
range of individuals/situations.
★ While they don’t perform specific tasks or assist with physical disabilities like service animals, they provide
comfort, reduce anxiety, and improve emotional well-being through their friendly and affectionate
interactions.
○ Studies show that their presence can lower blood pressure.
★ Their main goal is to improve their clients’ social, emotional, or cognitive function.
 Why do we need their service?
Stress
Reduction
High school can be stressful, as
you experience academic and
personal challenges.
Therapy cats can reduce stress
and anxiety among students,
creating a more positive and
relaxed atmosphere for
learning.
Emotional
Support
Students may face
psychological/emotional issues.
Interaction with therapy cats
can provide emotional support
and a sense of comfort. This in
turns help students cope with
their feelings.
Building
Positive
Relationships
Interacting with cats can help
students develop a sense of
care, responsibility, and
empathy. These qualities can
then be transferred to teachers,
peers, and family.
 Why do we need their service?
Special Needs
Education
In special education programs,
therapy cats can be a valuable
resource for students with
disabilities or developmental
disorders. The cats can improve
“social ability, sensory
regulation, and emotional
regulation”.
Social
Interaction
Cats can act as “icebreakers”,
and facilitate social interactions
among students. They can
create opportunities for
students and teachers to
interact in a relaxed and
non-threatening manner.
Behavioral
Improvement
For students with behavioral
issues, therapy cats can act as a
calming and positive influence.
Interactions can teach patience
and empathy, potentially
reducing disruptiveness.
What differentiates therapy cats from dogs?
While both provide valuable emotional support, there are certain characteristics that set cats apart, making them more suitable
for specific situations.
★ Allergies
★ Quiet Demeanor
○ Cats are known for being calm and quiet, which can be soothing. Dogs, on the other hand, are typically more
energetic and vocal.
★ Lower Maintenance
○ Cats are typically lower maintenance, regarding grooming and exercise.
★ Indepence
○ Cats don’t require constant attention and when properly trained, this independence is a huge benefit.
★ Less Intimidating
○ Many find cats less intrusive, providing comfort with being overly demanding.
★ Non-threatening size
○ Cats are generally smaller, making them less physically imposing.
Possible Partnerships
Ways To
We could partner up with a local animal shelter or rescue
organization, and aim to receive donations or a suitable therapy cat.
In turn, the school would provide exposure and care for the cat.

Finance. Volunteer Efforts

Individuals with therapy cats may be willing to volunteer
their time and cat’s services. Obviously, they would be
certified and meet any necessary requirements.

School Budget
The school may allocate funds from its budget to support a
therapy cat program. This may include expenses for
training, certification, supplies, and ongoing care.
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Despite being red, Mars is actually a
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Mars
Despite being red, Mars is
actually a cold place. It's full of
iron oxide dust, which gives
the planet its reddish cast
Venus
Venus has a beautiful name
and is the second planet from
the Sun. It’s terribly hot, even
hotter than Mercury

Jupiter Saturn Neptune

Jupiter is a gas giant and the Saturn is a gas giant and has Neptune is the farthest planet
biggest planet of them all. It's rings. It's composed mostly of from the Sun. It's also the
the fourth-brightest object in hydrogen and helium. It’s the fourth-largest planet by
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Mercury Neptune Mars

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to the Sun and the smallest from the Sun and the actually a cold place. It’s full of
one of them all fourth-largest of them all iron oxide dust
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Venus has a beautiful name
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iron oxide dust

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planet to the Sun and the name and is the second actually a cold place. It’s full
smallest one of them all planet from the Sun of iron oxide dust

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