Being a pet parent is one of the many joys in life, filled with unconditional love, laughter and companionship. The bond you share with your furry friend goes beyond words, creating memories and ...

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 ...

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 ...

Over 60% of U.S. colleges and universities have a pet therapy program, according to aggregate research from The Zebra. For campuses that don’t have their own programs, hosting animal visitation events ...

“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 dog teams offer comfort, connection, and companionship in hospitals, schools, libraries, and other community settings. This volunteer job can be a gratifying way to serve your community and ...

St. Elizabeth Hospital's growing pet therapy program brought Santa and several therapy dogs together Wednesday to help lift ...