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Three Dogs Awarded Paw of Courage
April 22, 2020
The AKC Paw of Courage is an award given to show appreciation for the work that dogs do in the service of humankind. This award recognizes dogs who serve their communities, making great impacts in the lives of their human counterparts. Paw of Courage awards can be presented to Police K-9s, Military Working Dogs, Therapy […]
Virtual therapy dog sessions offered in Saskatchewan
April 22, 2020
On Tuesday, the University of Saskatchewan Paws Your Stress therapy dog program launched its new online program. It delivers pandemic-specific mental health safety tips for students and community members. “We are all quickly learning that physical distancing doesn’t have to mean we disconnect from supports in our lives, and this includes therapy dogs,” said Colleen Dell, […]
Therapy dogs make virtual visits during COVID-19
April 22, 2020
THUNDER BAY — The COVID-19 pandemic is keeping Thunder Bay’s therapy dogs from making personal visits to the people who’ve come to count on them for a bit of cheer and companionship. Jill Biggs, coordinator of the St. John Ambulance therapy dog program in northwestern Ontario, says the clients aren’t the only ones missing […]
U of S therapy dog program moves online during COVID-19
April 22, 2020
There will be no “paws” in the comfort provided by St. John Ambulance therapy dogs. The University of Saskatchewan PAWS Your Stress Therapy Dog program has moved online to continue providing support during COVID-19. “We are all quickly learning that physical distancing doesn’t have to mean we disconnect from supports in our lives, and this […]
A therapy dog is providing virtual therapy sessions
April 22, 2020
It is a stressful time for all of us, and everyone is feeling the tension and anxiety that comes with the uncertainty of not knowing when things will improve and return to normal. During challenging times like these, it is understandable to experience a toll on mental health. Luckily, a therapy dog is hoping to […]
Seeking emotional support from animals at local shelter
April 22, 2020
More than four hundred cats and dogs are currently at Burlington Animal Services. For some students, the pitter-patter of paws is a comfort left at home. Research by Ohio State University says a quarter of college students find their pets help them through difficult times. November is national adopt a senior pet month. With […]
‘Sister Wives’ Fans Agree Dogs Like Mosby Are Lifesavers During COVID-19 Epidemic
April 22, 2020
Sister Wives fans know that Meri Brown dotes on Mosby and the other dog that lives with Mariah. She shares photos of Mosby as often as she gets to see the little pooch. Actually, she’d love a dog for herself but resisted the temptation. Now, her fans agree that dogs like Mosby are lifesavers during the […]
When I’m Stressed or Anxious, My Guinea Pig, Dewey, Helps Me
April 22, 2020
I’m a happily married mom of two boys. On any given day, I am called to be a chauffeur, cook, referee, accountant, or nurse for my family. And for the most part, I juggle it all well. But sometimes my anxiety and depression get the better of me, and for that I turn to Dewey. […]
All dogs are emotional support animals right now
April 22, 2020
The world may feel like it’s falling apart outside, but my dogs remain blissfully ignorant. They, are currently living their absolute best life and could not be happier with this whole quarantine business. Let’s be honest, the dogs are the real winners of this whole debacle. I have no wise words or keen insight about […]
Therapy dogs may help lower emergency clinicians’ stress
April 22, 2020
New research published in Academic Emergency Medicine indicates that for physicians and nurses working evening shifts in the emergency department, interacting with a therapy dog for several minutes may help lower stress. In the 122-participant study, emergency providers randomized to a five-minute interaction with a therapy dog and handler had a significant reduction in self-reported […]
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