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SWFL pet therapists help patients cope. Does your dog have what it takes?

Lemon is one of two pet therapists at Golisano, the other is Dorian, a goldendoodle. Their roles at the children’s hospital, part of the nonprofit Lee Health, is to ease anxiety that young patients ... Read More

It's a dog's world, mostly: Pet therapy can do wonders for the ill

“While the dogs are a highlight to many, a lot of times they are just a gateway to make conversation with handlers,” she said. “Handlers need to be good at multitasking, keeping an eye on their dogs ... Read More

How Therapy Dogs Support Mental Health and Healing

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 ... Read More

Dr. Cynthia Maro: Holistic pet care: An overview of a whole-body approach to pet wellness

Aug. 30th is Holistic Pet Day. Pet parents often wonder about how they can be more proactive in their approach to their pets’ wellness and improved longevity. In recent years, holistic pet care has ... Read More

Novel therapy for pet cats with head and neck cancers could help humans, too

Researchers have reported results from the first-ever clinical trial of a new class of targeted therapy in pet cats with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC)—a cancer which is notoriously ... Read More

Celebrating International Dog Day: Orla brings comfort, joy and companionship as a pets as therapy volunteer

Orla from Swadlincote, Derbyshire, visits a school and care home with owner Paul Hallam, who said: “There has been many incredible moments on our Pets As Therapy visits. Seeing an autistic child at ... Read More