Resources to learn more about Equine-Assisted Learning


The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.)
The National Association of Equine Affiliated Academics
Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA)

The American Hippotherapy Association, Inc. is a non-profit organization, which provides educational resources and continuing education courses for occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology professionals who incorporate equines, equine movement, and the equine environment in treatment.

Horses and Humans (HHRF) funds and publishes research on the effectiveness of equine-assisted activities. Through sustained investment in rigorous ethical research and educational initiatives, HHRF serves as a catalyst to advance global knowledge of horse-human interactions and their impact on the health and well-being of people, horses, and other equines

A resource for mental health practitioners, educators, and coaches interested in incorporating horses into their practice. HERD stands for Human-Equine Relational Development. They proudly embody a philosophy of compassionate and relational ways of working with both horses and humans.

Animal Assisted Interventions

  • Read about Dr. Ruttencutter’s and Dr. Bellflower’s work, When Minnie comes to class.

  • is a non-profit research and education organization that is gathering, funding and sharing scientific research to demonstrate the positive health impacts of companion animals.

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