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Therapy Dog Research Study
December 10, 2020
The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) and Pet Partners have awarded a grant to the Indiana University School of Medicine for a new research project investigating the impact of therapy dog visits on the anxiety levels of children in emergency care. “Registered Pet Partners therapy dog teams visit hospitals throughout the country, and we […]
Five Heroic Dogs
December 10, 2020
“The impact that dogs have on our lives every day is immeasurable, and with so many amazing nominations, it was not easy to select only one in each category,” said Doug Ljungren, President of the AKC Humane Fund. “These five dogs have made substantial differences in the lives of their owners and communities, touching countless hearts […]
Having A Dog
December 10, 2020
“Are you cuh-ray-zee?” “What were you thinking?” “Seriously?” That’s how friends reacted to the news that we are now the proud parents of a two-year-old, black-and-white, Chihuahua-pitbull-mix dog named Binkie. It was a surprise, even to us, that we actually made this commitment. We are cat people. We already have three pampered furballs ruling our […]
Essential Four-Legged Worker
December 10, 2020
The newest employee at Christ the Teacher Catholic School is a boss’s dream. All he requires are a bed in his office, a few trips outside during the day, and some scratching behind the ears. Meet Dewey, the year-and-a-half-old golden doodle who has become a fixture around Christ the Teacher in Glasgow. Dewey is principal […]
Companions For Independence
December 10, 2020
Canine Companions for Independence (CCI.org) is a national non-profit that breeds, raises, trains and then gives service dogs, free of charge, to those that need them. I spoke with Aleeta Lehtinen, the president of the Old Dominion Chapter of CCI along with Bruce Hamon, a Vietnam War veteran who recently received Swain, an assistance dog, […]
Pawsome Canines
December 10, 2020
The position is held by local dog lover and antiques aficionada Angela Egan who played a leading role in securing the official dog friendly accolade. Now guests coming to stay at the venue can call her up and pre-book a package of activities and services for their much-loved family pets. Not only can their tail […]
Animals Helping Out
December 10, 2020
Service dogs can help those recovering from post-traumatic stress disorder accomplish daily tasks, provide situational assessments, and guide handlers out of stressful situations. Legend’s Heroes Service Dog Training Program, offered through Legend Acres, will bring an innovative approach to getting psychiatric and mobility service dogs and to those who need them to continue their recovery […]
Firefighters Response Canines
December 9, 2020
Three newly activated teams of chaplains certified as handlers of specially trained service dogs will offer added emotional support services to the employees of the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department, the agency announced Tuesday. “We are excited to introduce our three canines,” San Diego Fire Chief Colin Stowell said. “They are highly trained and available to […]
Therapy Dog Paws Program
December 9, 2020
With a motto of “Happiness has four legs and a purple bandana,” Therapy Dogs of Santa Barbara not only spreads happiness but also transforms lives, according to Founder and Executive Director Karen Lee Stevens. While COVID has prevented hands-on experiences, Stevens and her dedicated volunteers are finding creative ways to serve the community during this […]
PTSD Service Dog
December 9, 2020
Six years after Warrior Freedom Service Dogs was established, the organization is expanding their one of a kind program that connects veterans to trained service dogs rescued from local animal shelters. Executive Director Adam Keith says the organization’s main goal is to help veterans reconnect with society, while providing service dogs with a loving home. […]
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