2. The Hospital Healer
A special therapeutic program developed at a Venezuelan rehabilitation clinic after a group of capybaras started visiting the grounds there.Among them, “Theo,” a big male capybara with outstanding sensitivity to patients undergoing physical therapy, stood out.Patients who spent time close to Theo during their outdoor recuperation sessions showed better attitude and drive, according to the medical team.The quiet demeanor and tranquil presence of the capybara helped patients’ stress levels drop, therefore improving their recovery results.Later on, the hospital created a disciplined animal-assisted treatment program including controlled encounters with the capybaras into their recovery process.Studies done at the institution showed notable increases in emotional well-being and patient recovery times.