Pet Health News The Healing Power Of Pet Therapy

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

Dogs are great for therapy — even when sessions are held virtually

Dogs offer unconditional love, acceptance and loyalty, making canines not just popular pets but also the most common animal used in therapy. Therapy dogs can even be effective in virtual interactions, ... Read More

Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe and Barton Health launch new pet-assisted therapy program

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) in partnership with Barton Health launched a new Pet-Assisted Therapy (PAT) Program, designed to bring comfort and emotional relief to ... 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

The Healing Power of Pets

Taking care of a loved one includes taking care of your pet. But here's something more to chew on: our pets take care of us in return. In fact, the man-and-his-dog bond can improve pet owners' ... Read More

A bit more than belly rubs: Dog massage therapy brings healing, comfort to local pups

It’s a special day each month when Amy Henry comes over. Marcia Wick sets up a pillow for Viviane, who knows she’s in for a treat. With a soothing touch, the 14-year-old retired guide dog Vivi, as ... Read More

Harnessing the healing power of dogs for veterans in need

For all the power of modern therapy and medicine, sometimes there’s no better tool for healing than the companionship of a dog. VetDogs is trying to leverage it ... Read More