USE OF FERAL CATS IN PSYCHOTHERAPY

Animal-assisted therapy typically involves the use of domesticated, we ll controlled animals that are trained to permit approach behavior and interaction by patients. This report describes the use of undomestica ted, feral cats as adjuncts to psychotherapy. This approach provides a dvantages not attainable when domesticated pets are used. Case example s are provided to illuminate the various applications of this unique t herapeutic technique.