Horse Therapy Helps Children with Disabilities

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A young woman named Chen You-ching loves riding horses. She has cerebral palsy, but horse riding makes her very happy.

This therapy happens at a special center in Taoyuan, Taiwan. Children with different problems like autism find help with horses.

Abigail Liu's daughter, Ayah, felt less scared after riding. She also started to try many new things easily now.

The horses need special training to work with children. They stay very calm even when many people are around them.

Children often hug the horses or listen to their heartbeats. They feel safe and happy because the horses are always kind.

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What does Chen You-ching love to do?

She loves riding horses.

Where does the therapy take place?

It happens at a special center in Taoyuan, Taiwan.

How do children feel when they are with the horses?

They feel safe and happy because the horses are always kind.

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