Liz Bax, founder of Therapy Paws, said service dogs provide an outward service to an individual, such as detecting changes in ...

An international registry of certified therapy dog teams based in Cheyenne, Wyoming. It provides testing, certification, registration, support, and insurance for members who volunteer with their dogs ...

Chance the therapy dog visits Shriners Children's Lexington to help children navigate overwhelming hospital visits and life with a limb difference Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has ...

Jake the pit bull is working with his owner Dr. Risë VanFleet to become a certified animal-assisted play therapy dog after the psychologist adopted the dog from Best Friends Animal Society Jake the ...

Recognizing the Unique Qualities of Poodle Poodles are known for their remarkable intelligence and adaptability, which makes ...

While all canines can provide humans with comfort and cuddles, certain breeds make better therapy dogs than others. American Kennel Club (AKC) Family Dog Director Dr. Mary Burch stresses the ...

In this heartwarming Instagram reel featuring a therapy dog hospital visit, a child’s whole face and being changes. This ...

The impact that pets and therapy animals have on our mental health can’t be overstated. Whether you’ve met a therapy dog in hospital or at college, or your cat has simply been more affectionate than ...

Therapy dog Beacon at the U.S. Gymnastics Championships on June 2 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Julio Cortez/AP) At the U.S. Olympic gymnastics trials, a furry friend was on the sidelines providing comfort ...

Sabrina Tsentner had met Jerry Ziegler before, so she knew what to expect when she knelt in front of him, stared deeply into his eyes and gave him a few scratches on his head. An instant sense of calm ...