PATAE Academy International — Flourishing Through the Sentience of the Human–Animal Bond

We warmly welcome you to an introduction to our meaningful work in Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI), guided by the expertise and dedication of our two remarkable partners, Shelly Fisher and Angela Gizzy.

PATAE ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP

The PATAE ACADEMY Workshop is an immersive experience that unites science, empathy, and innovation to transform the way we understand the relationship between humans and animals.

Featuring distinguished national and international speakers — including representatives from the IASP (Institute of Animal Sentience and Protection) — the event offers a new perspective on animal-assisted interventions, mutual well-being, and the science of sentience.

Purpose

To promote an interdisciplinary exchange that integrates research, practice, and ethics, bringing together professionals from the fields of health, education, and animal behavior toward a more conscious and humanized model of AAI - Keeping it based on animal Sentience and recognition.Participants will receive certification qualifying them to work in Dog-Assisted Activities across hospitals, clinics, and care homes.