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Education to prepare you and your animal for certified pet therapy services.

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Make a difference in people's lives.

Why is Pet Therapy Important?

-It provides comfort for both patients and staff.
-This type of therapy builds upon the pre-existing human-animal bond.
-Interacting with a pet helps heal many physical and mental issues.
-It can help reduce blood pressure and improve overall cardiovascular health.
-It helps alleviate pain, reduce stress, and improve your overall psychological state.
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"Miami Valley Pet Therapy Associates introduced me to not only my best friend but the person that saved my life."
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3. Make lives better

You will make a difference in the lives of people that need support.
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What We Do

At Miami Valley Pet Therapy Association we educate and equip pets—and their owners—to provide animal assisted therapy services to over 95 facilities throughout the Greater Miami Valley area.
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