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When we talk about Equine-Assisted Services , one question frequently arises: So, what is the horse's role in this process? Is he a therapist? Is it a work tool? Is it a tool used by professionals? At first glance, these may seem like just different ways of naming the animal. But the words we choose reveal a great deal about how we understand our relationship with the horse and how we interact with him. When we call the horse a "tool," we are assigning it a specific role. Whe

Many studies have been published providing evidence regarding the effectiveness of Equine-Assisted Services for individuals with ASD, especially children and adolescents. It is common to find reports from families, professionals, and institutions describing significant changes and gains in children who undergo interventions with horses. But at the same time, a question deserves to be asked: What has science actually shown? More than just seeking simple answers, understanding

When we talk about Equine Assisted Services , it's still common to encounter questions. Some people believe we are talking about a single methodology. Others associate the entire field only with therapies. There are those who use different nomenclatures to refer to similar practices, and often the public itself has difficulty understanding which services exist and which one meets their needs. But the reality is much broader. Equine-Assisted Services constitute a large area of

One area. Different paths. One common purpose. There are dates that mark events. Others celebrate achievements. And some remind us of the importance of looking at the history we are building together. International Equine-Assisted Services Day , celebrated on July 29th , is one of those dates. More than a celebration, it represents the recognition of a field that, for decades, has transformed the lives of those assisted, families, professionals, companies, and volunteers, in

Throughout the history of Equine-Assisted Services , many practices have emerged in response to the challenges faced by professionals. Some remain relevant today. Others have been transformed as we have expanded our practical knowledge combined with science, because, to ensure that a treatment or intervention is safe, the healthcare field uses Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) . From this perspective, we observe that practices in the field of neurofunctional rehabilitation have e

Science, management, research and training: Equine-Assisted Services are conquering new spaces. ABRE will be present at ABRAVEQ. ABRAVEQ is the largest veterinary medicine congress in Latin America, and it will be the setting for a very special moment for us. More than just participating in a major event, we will be representing a movement that grows every year: the strengthening of Equine Assisted Services as a serious, interdisciplinary field committed to science, animal we