As any dog owner will tell you, your dog can cheer you up and comfort you when you’re down. In fact, the very first time we hear a dog used for therapy comes from the ninth century! Your relationship ...

Dogs can be a great addition to families. But, in the following case, Rumba the dog not only was a great addition to Michelle’s family but also found a creative way to get Michelle out of anxiety and ...

Wondering how much a service dog costs? Learn all about the types of service costs and their associated costs.

Emerging nonclinical approaches, from psychiatric service dogs to digital therapeutics and nature-based interventions, are showing measurable benefits for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). These ...

There’s research suggesting that these four-legged “battle buddies” can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. But shortages and long wait times pose barriers. There’s research suggesting that ...

SAN DIEGO — A chocolate Labrador named Frankie has helped a Marine veteran overcome years of post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety. Freedom Dogs, a nonprofit organization based in Oceanside, ...

LAND O' LAKES, Fla. — In a neighborhood where the flags fly high and service is never forgotten, one family has spent the past five months welcoming a family member who lends a paw whenever life gets ...

When you walk the halls of Ben Milam Elementary School in North Texas, one member of the staff stands out — and walks on four paws. Journey, a 2 ½-year-old Golden Retriever-Labrador mix, is Dallas ISD ...

Service dogs are highly trained animals that assist individuals with specific disabilities, like blindness, hearing loss, mental health issues, and an assortment of other medical conditions. You’ve ...