Randomized trial results show anxiety among children in the emergency department was significantly reduced by a 10-minute visit with a therapy dog and handler. The therapy dog visit also reduced the ...

Pediatric emergency departments could turn to dogs to reduce anxious kids and parents alike, potentially offering an alternative to medications, new data suggest. The randomized clinical trial of 80 ...

COSTA MESA, Calif. (WSVN) — Therapy dogs in California are playing a crucial role in helping children overcome their fear of reading aloud. Launched in 2002 by volunteers in Orange County, the Canine ...

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 ...

Lemon is one of two pet therapists at Golisano, the other is Dorian, a goldendoodle. Their roles at the children’s hospital, ...

The Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program of Rowan University stands ready to guide, train and evaluate pilot programs under ...

Binghamton University students were greeted with a furry and much needed surprise today as the college’s Pet Away Worry and ...

“While the dogs are a highlight to many, a lot of times they are just a gateway to make conversation with handlers,” she said ...

Therapy dogs are taking the fear and anxiety out of going to the dentist across the country. Softie, a labradoodle who works ...

If you face anxiety before getting on planes, have no fear. This airport has a team of furry friends ready to calm you down ...