In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers evaluated the associations between psychiatric service dog partnership and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among veterans. Study: ...

There’s research suggesting that these four-legged “battle buddies” can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. But ...

Service dogs can alleviate some symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder for veterans, according to a study our team published in June 2024 in the medical journal JAMA Network Open. Building off our ...

What Are the Best Dog Breeds for People with Anxiety? Breeds that make excellent emotional support dogs include Golden retrievers, Labrador retrievers, Cavalier King Charles spaniels, Pugs, and Basset ...

A warning — this story contains the topic of suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 for help. At what he calls the lowest point in his ...

TOMS RIVER, N.J. − Before Anthony Certa began talking about his three deployments in Iraq as a U.S. Marine and military police officer, he gave a gentle command to his service dog. "Mando, on my lap," ...

Sarah Leighton receives funding from the University of Arizona One Health Research Initiative. She worked for Canine Companions from 2010-2021 and continues to volunteer for them. This research was ...

Dogs can be a great addition to families. But, in the following case, Rumba the dog not only was a great addition to Michelle’s family but also found a creative way to get Michelle out of anxiety and ...

Service dogs have been found to be of great help to autistic children, promoting social interaction and enhancing safety. Autism is a developmental disorder that affects social interaction, ...

What if "bring your dog to work day" was an everyday thing? We're talking puppies riding the elevator and going up and down your office halls. PenFed Foundation, a nonprofit organization, wants to see ...

Just like humans, dogs can develop anxiety around a number of differing factors. During holidays like Fourth of July, as fireworks bring joy to millions of people, countless pups are cowering from the ...