Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Therapy dogs Zoe and Ralph are regulars at Stagenhoe Park and came dressed for the Christmas party [Nicola Haseler/BBC] Two ...

Flopped on his back to expose his stomach and a bent Bark ID, the Buckeye Paws certified therapy dog reveled in the gasps of joy and excitement from staff members at the Ohio State University Wexner ...

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, ...

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 ...

In therapy settings across the globe, dogs are trusted partners in healing. They sit beside children learning to read, comfort veterans battling posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and offer a ...

BANGOR -- From schools to hospitals, there's a local organization helping others one paw at a time. Pet Partners of Eastern ...

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 ...

SAN DIEGO — Rady Children's Hospital is working to launch its first professional resident canine therapy program, where specially trained dogs will work alongside medical staff to help young patients ...

Heartland Hounds has opened a new Canine Aquatic Center, an indoor facility offering swim lessons, aquatic exercise and ...