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Felinotherapy
Bochníčková, Aneta ; Fiala Šebková, Naděžda (advisor) ; Chmelíková, Eva (referee)
The thesis is devoted to felinotherapy. This term is known only in the Czech Republic, since canistherapy and felinotherapy are not differentiated abroad. However, there is the exception, Mr. Ervin Reisaus from Austria who uses this term. Felinotherapy belongs to the less known treatment in comparison to canine therapy and hippotherapy. But cats have several advantages compared to dogs or horses. Due to their size, clients can cuddle with them and they can warm their lap, they have the ability to communicate with patients well and they are undemanding and for some of them fondling is sufficient enough. When they meow and purr, it often brings a calming effect on patients. Another advantage of felinotherapy is that it is not demanding on space and feeding.
In the bachelor thesis a brief history and ethology of cats is listed, then there is the definition of the term felinotherapy and its methods, which are performed most frequently and at the end the participant of felinotherapy is mentioned. It also deals with the selection of the appropriate cat and its qualities which are important for successful therapy. Breeds of cats, which are most often used are also listed and, of course, to avoid any risk, zoonoses must be listed. The conclusion of this bachelor thesis deals with groups of people who are used most often in felinotherapy and what is the impact on them.
Felinotherapy or cat treatment uses a natural contact between a human and a cat. Most frequently used methods are AAT (Animal-Assisted therapy), AAA (Animal-Assisted activity), AAE (Animal-Assisted education). All these methods are trying to improve the overall health status of the client and its overall quality of life. The therapy is suitable for a wide range of indications. The age is irrelevant because it is used by all ages, from children to seniors.
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