Carefully planned therapy dog visits help reduce anxiety, support rehab, and make hospitals less frightening for young ...

MEDIA, Pa. (AP) — A courthouse in eastern Pennsylvania is among the first in the state to use dogs to help children feel safe and relaxed before they testify. The Delaware County courts are partnering ...

A four-legged hero is bringing comfort to those who need it most. Birdie the Brave is a certified therapy dog helping first responders across the Bay Area heal from stress and trauma — and now she’s ...

Nothing brings a smile to a human’s face like the goofy grin of a golden retriever. So when a young child has to undergo an unfamiliar procedure in the hospital, having a dog go first helps them see ...

While some schools in Europe are using TV shows to help students better confront their emotions, New York City is turning to furry specialists. For over 15 years, a Fair Shake for Youth’s volunteer ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Bentley’s Buddies, a charitable organization founded by Nickie Scott, uses therapy dogs to help children improve their reading skills in Hancock County. Inspired by her dog ...