Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Researchers at Wayne State University are studying how therapy dogs can help college students manage stress and improve mental ...

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 ...

Animal-assisted therapy uses structured interaction with trained animals to support mental, social, and physical health.

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, ...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Some UNCW students are de-stressing with canine therapy. Paws4people and UNCW Library’s Mindfulness Initiative hosted a de-stress event where students could come and pet, love ...

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SACRAMENTO (KGO) -- Airports can be extra stressful during the holidays, but passengers heading to their destinations through Sacramento may be in for a welcome surprise. Airport officials recently ...

The event offers emotional comfort to students when they need it most.

In this heartwarming Instagram reel featuring a therapy dog hospital visit, a child’s whole face and being changes. This video demonstrates why pediatric hospitals include dog visit programs as part ...