Ever notice how a pet’s presence can instantly calm a storm of emotions? Whether it’s a friendly tail wag or a warm purring cuddle, animals have a unique ability to soothe, ground, and heal. This ...

Why is there a dearth of therapy dogs? This is a question that has bothered me for a long time. The usefulness of therapy dogs has been well documented. For example, the newest edition of the Handbook ...

From hospital rooms to library reading sessions, local pups are bringing comfort, confidence and connection across Baton ...

Edward Hospital in Naperville is seeking dogs to join its animal-assisted therapy program. Online applications are available for owners who would like to have their pets considered, a news release ...

My son Adam works in the trauma center in Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina. With 100,000 admissions each year, the place is usually hopping. During a 12-hour shift, Adam will typically ...

World War I is often remembered for its overwhelming scale and brutality. Trenches stretching for miles, artillery thundering ...

Colonial Courtyard of Tyrone resident Suzan Blaska holds Rosey, a 3-year-old Cavapoo, as the dog’s owner, Lori Hazenstab, offers Rosey a drink of water from a bowl. Mirror photo by Matt Churella ...

At Notre Dame Cathedral Latin School in Geauga County, therapy dogs are making regular rounds, not as a response to trouble, but as a gentle boost to student well-being. Their mission? To offer ...

As the nation prepares to mark 250 years, communities across the country are highlighting the people and institutions that make America stand out. In Eastern No ...

From care homes to classrooms, therapy dogs are making a difference across England, but this new study warns that without clear standards, both people and pets could be at risk. Study: Dog-assisted ...