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Business news: Pet therapy program donation and car seat safety event

The Franciscan Health Pet Therapy Program received a $13,000 boost thanks to a donation from the newly established Franciscan Health Foundation Circle of 1875, according to a release. The Pet Therapy ... 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

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

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

Animal therapy program at TMH aids recovery, comforts crime victims

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare’s (TMH) Animal Therapy program is doing more than offering comfort. Studies show that animal-assisted therapy can reduce heart rate and blood ... Read More