Two disabled therapy dogs are making "a huge difference" to patients at a brain injury unit, according to the charity that ...

In February 2025, Hogan met his new BFF at precisely the perfect time. 14-year-old Truman had just received a diagnosis of ...

In therapy settings across the globe, dogs are trusted partners in healing. They sit beside children learning to read, comfort veterans battling posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and offer a ...

Therapy dog teams offer comfort, connection, and companionship in hospitals, schools, libraries, and other community settings. This volunteer job can be a gratifying way to serve your community and ...

Humans and dogs have had a special bond for centuries. Coming home from a long day to a wagging tail is bound to cheer anyone up. But dogs have proven to be so much more than just pets. Research shows ...

For many students, back to school means back to drool. A growing number of K-12 schools have gone to the canines as social workers, counselors, and administrators train therapy dogs to work in ...

College students who spent a little bit of free time each week interacting with therapy dogs on campus during their first semester experienced fewer signs of stress and depression than those who did ...

Beacon, a golden retriever, began working with U.S.A. Gymnastics last year as part of the organization’s efforts to transform the sport’s toxic culture. More dogs quickly followed. By Juliet Macur ...

The dogs are part of a mental wellness program that began after a rash of officer suicides. The unit’s fate is unclear as Commissioner Jessica Tisch shifts more officers to patrol duty. By Maria ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Therapy Dogs of Santa Barbara, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people to live more fulfilling lives ...