How do pets help abuse survivors heal?

I'm an adult survivor of child molestation,and I'm never more at peace than I am when I'm around my cats and dogs. After my therapist told me that many abuse survivors find solace in pet companionship,I've often wondered what it is about dogs,cats,horses,birds,and other pets that we find so cathartic. Why is the presence of a beloved pet so soothing?How do pets help abuse survivors heal?Wow I never knew that. I've been abused my family and spouses. Guess thats why they wouldn't let me get one.How do pets help abuse survivors heal?Unlike people, with whom our interactions may be quite complex and unpredictable, animals provide a constant source of comfort and focus for attention. Animals bring out our nurturing instinct. They also make us feel safe and unconditionally accepted. We can just be ourselves around our pets.