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Llama assisted therapy is excellent for children, youth at risk, seniors and people with disabilities because llamas are gentle and timid. Although they are a large animal, they have a docile nature. Once people understand that they will never hurt them, they can learn to trust them and have a rewarding personal experience. It takes courage to work with llamas because llamas are large and curious. They love to smell us when we are not looking! I have never worked with a llama who has ever done anything to harm a human. Llamas are entertaining to watch and provide many opportunities for people to socialize, they are wonderful socialization and integration mediums!! They are funny to watch roll or scratch and so provide humor and laughter for those who suffer depression, isolation, traumatic life events or who just plain don’t laugh anymore.
Llamas teach patience because they are sometimes challenging to catch, and can help people with attention deficit or aggressive natures learn to be calmer and quieter. Again, they are excellent motivators for learning new habits and more functional behavior. Everything learned with llamas can be transferred to everyday life with the help of qualified staff, parents, etc.
Eileen Bona, Clinical Therapist, Dreamcatcher Nature-Assisted Therapy, Ardrossan, Alberta
Animals of almost any kind assist people with emotional and physical difficulties to find interest, encouragement and support in finding their own strength and life. Unlike many of us humans, they are non-judgmental with no expectations, except to share their affection and play. Llamas are the most gentle of animals, clearly enjoying the time spent with children or adults, helping them to grow in confidence and physical strength, as they are led, groomed, or just talk with their human companions."
Dr. Gillian Leigh, Psychologist, Mabou Centre for Holistic Living, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia
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