Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program at Rowan University
Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program at Rowan University
Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program
Support the Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program at Rowan University by making a donation at this link: go.rowan.edu/PetTherapyDonate
* 100% of donations go to support the Rowan Pet Therapy operating budget, every little bit helps and is very much appreciated!
The Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program at Rowan University is funded by a generous donation from Gerald B. Shreiber
To schedule a visit with one of our certified therapy dogs & animal-assisted therapy providers, fill out this form (available to Rowan students, faculty, staff, and affiliates.... student visits are always priority): go.rowan.edu/PetTherapyRequest or copy & paste this into browser: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfS8aFDBZj4Xb_Ftyxcpue2xCVtVBSUo1rKpPOLh8KVIwF__A/viewformJoin us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Proflink, and WebEx for "virtual" pet therapy from anywhere you are. You can find us @RowanPetTherapy.
Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RowanPetTherapy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rowanpettherapy Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RowanPetTherapy |
What is a Therapy Animal?
- "A therapy animal is a type of animal-assisted intervention in which there is a “goal directed intervention in which an animal meeting specific criteria is an integral part of the treatment process. Animal-assisted therapy is provided in a variety of settings, and may be group or individual in nature.” (Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. Part 3604) and Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) and C.F.R. Part 382.117)
What is Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT)?
- A goal directed intervention in which an animal meeting specific criteria is an integral part of the treatment process. Animal-assisted therapy is delivered and/or directed by health or human service providers working within the scope of their profession. Animal-assisted therapy is designed to promote improvement in human physical, social, emotional, or cognitive function. Animal-assisted therapy is provided in a variety of settings, and may be group or individual in nature. The process is documented and evaluated (https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/avma-policies/animal-assisted-interventions-definitions)
What is Animal-Assisted Education (AAE):
- A planned and structured intervention directed and/or delivered by educational and related service professional with specific academic or educational goals (https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/avma-policies/animal-assisted-interventions-definitions)
What are Animal-Assisted Activities (AAA):
- provide opportunities for motivation, education, or recreation to enhance quality of life. Animal assisted activities are delivered in a variety of environments by specially trained professionals, paraprofessionals, or volunteers in association with animals that meet specific criteria (https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/avma-policies/animal-assisted-interventions-definitions).
PET THERAPY SERVICES at ROWAN
- Group & individual therapy animal visits
- Partnerships with student services including: Accessibility Services (RISN, PATH, Center for Neurodiversity, SJICR , other Wellness Center departments (Counseling & Psychological Services, Student Health Services, Healthy Campus Initiatives, Emergency Medical Services [EMS]), Military Services and Public Safety
- Exam de-stress events
- Transition support
- Student, faculty, and staff support
- Future curriculum development and academic activities
- Student involvement opportunities
- Connections with rowan's medical schools & affiliated health services
- Community partnerships
EVENTS
- Wagging Tail Wednesday
- Check ProfLink for more information
- Stressed about finals? Take a "paws" from your studying to spend time with our furry therapy dogs!
- Upcoming Dates: Wednesday, 5/3/2023 3-5pm in th Campbell Library (RSVP on ProfLink)
- National Dog Show Therapy Dog Symposium at Rowan University (5th Annual)
- December 8, 2023 10:30am-4:30pm
- In-person & virtual options anticipated
- Educational opportunities for those interested in integrating animal-assisted therapy into their careers, or understanding what (volunteer & paid) animal-assisted therapy providers do.
- See highlights from previous year's event HERE

CONTACT US!
For more information about pet therapy at Rowan Unviersity, or to inquire about partnerships or events, contact:
Shreiber Pet Therapy Center (856) 256-7380
Website: https://go.rowan.edu/PetTherapy
Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RowanPetTherapy
Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rowanpettherapy
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RowanPetTherapy
or
Michele Pich, M.A., M.S.
Assistant Director, Shreiber Family Pet Therapy
Adjunct Professor, Law & Justice Studies
Research Associate, College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Rowan University
pich@rowan.edu (856) 256-4500 ext./ 53335