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Lex The Therapy Dog
June 9, 2020
Lex, a rescued Great Dane, and his owner Jennifer Neily have been a therapy team for about four years. They often visit CC Young Senior Living but haven’t been able to attend since the coronavirus hit. It was clear Lex missed his work, Neily said. “We’d go for walks about every day, and he’d […]
Veteran Receives Service Dog
June 9, 2020
When Master Sergeant Steven Doty, a U.S. Air Force veteran and Webster University graduate who is now the executive director at Webster’s Hill Air Force Base campus in Utah, arrives at work, his co-workers often make comments such as “he’s a good boy” and “he’s so cute!” But those comments aren’t aimed at Doty, rather, […]
Therapy Dogs
June 9, 2020
Brody and Marge McDaniel were among the dogs and their owners who brought smiles to residents.Following social distancing guidelines due to coronavirus, several dog groups visited Solaris HealthCare Nursing and Rehab facility in Merritt Island on June 9. Space Coast Therapy Dogs, Alliance of Therapy Dogs, and Canine Star Training Academy teamed up for their […]
Therapy Dog Gives Virtual Visits
June 9, 2020
Aidan is only 10 years old, but he’s already made quite the name for himself. He’s the chief comfort officer at Brookfield-based ThoughtFocus, and the subject of a book. And he doesn’t take his work too lightly — minus the occasional sloppy kiss. Aidan is a comfort dog, and a unique one at that. He’s a crossbreed, part […]
Animals Roles In Ecosystem
June 9, 2020
Many of the environmental problems that are plaguing Earth right now is caused by various activities created by humans and it’s affecting all life forms on our planet. As the earth, its ecosystems, and its creatures are all deeply connected, the existence of many species depends on the survival of others. While humans are now relying on complex […]
Paws Program
June 9, 2020
The U.S. Postal Service is beginning a new program they say is aimed at preventing dog attacks at letter carriers. As part of their new PAWS Program, a dog paw sticker will be placed on mailboxes where there is a dog in the area. The Postal Service says the purpose of the sticker is to […]
Veteran’s Service Dog
June 9, 2020
The 2006 rocket attack in Afghanistan that severely injured Gretchen Evans represented something of an ending for the U.S. Army command sergeant major, who awoke to be informed by a medic’s message on a dry erase board that she’d permanently lost her hearing. But the tragedy also marked a new beginning for Evans, a woman […]
Chewie The Therapy Dog
June 9, 2020
Chewie the therapy dog is not quite Clifford the Big Red Dog, but at 85 pounds, he’s a pretty big guy. He’s also a pretty big help at Park Hill Elementary. Chewie, a goldendoodle, is a certified therapy dog who spends much of his time at Park Hill helping special needs students. It’s his calling, […]
Dog Yoga
June 9, 2020
Have you ever heard of Doga? It’s yoga… with dogs! If you haven’t heard of this before, yes, it’s a thing and has actually been around for a while. If you are looking for ways to enhance the bond with your canine companion, you need to check this out! Listen for FREE to this episode of […]
Therapy Dogs Supporting Students
June 9, 2020
As children are home dealing with the stress of COVID-19, one nonprofit is using dogs to calm their nerves. Founded on the prison dog model, A Fair Shake for Youth has reached over 3,000 middle school youth through partnerships with over 60 schools and community organizations since its founding in 2010. It helps middle school students build social and […]
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