Why is there a dearth of therapy dogs? This is a question that has bothered me for a long time. The usefulness of therapy dogs has been well documented. For example, the newest edition of the Handbook ...
Dogs are increasingly present in workplaces, including dental offices, hospitals, and shops, serving various roles. Dogs like Meadow, a certified Rehabilitative Facility Dog, and Ginger, a volunteer ...
Murray Minick, formerly of Altoona, gets acquainted with PawZone therapy dog, Norm, a 5-year-old Bernedoodle owned by Julie Lutz of Altoona. Mirror photo by Patrick Waksmunski HOLLIDAYSBURG — Tails ...
Pet therapy dogs are used in hospitals and hospices to ease anxiety for patients and their families. Studies show that animal-assisted therapy can reduce blood pressure, stress and feelings of ...