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John-Tyler Binfet1, Haley J Silas2, Sean W Longfellow3
1Faculty of Education, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, BC V1V 1V7, Canada. johntyler.binfet@ubc.ca.
Veterinary Sciences
|January 5, 2018
Summary
Veterinarians can benefit canine therapy programs through mutually advantageous partnerships. These collaborations enhance veterinary client recruitment, community education, and access to dog enthusiasts.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Animal-Assisted Interventions
Background:
- Veterinary clinics frequently collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Partnerships can involve laboratories, courier services, and animal rescue organizations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a collaborative model between veterinarians and canine therapy programs.
- To highlight the mutual benefits of such partnerships for both entities.
Main Methods:
- The paper outlines a conceptual model for collaboration.
- It identifies key areas of mutual benefit and strategic alignment.
Main Results:
- Collaborations can improve client recruitment for veterinary practices.
- Partnerships facilitate community education on animal health and therapy.
- Veterinarians gain access to a network of dedicated dog owners and enthusiasts.
Conclusions:
- A partnership between veterinarians and canine therapy programs offers significant mutual advantages.
- This model strengthens community ties and promotes animal welfare.
- Such alliances represent a valuable, untapped resource for veterinary practices.
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