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New York dog rescues report an unprecedented surge in applications as coronavirus keeps humans isolated
March 30, 2020
For New Yorkers who have made a cliche out of lamenting that they don’t have time to take care of a dog, recent isolation guidelines have had at least one upside: dog time. Demand for dogs right now is “totally unprecedented,” said Sarah Brasky, the founder and executive director of Foster Dogs Inc., a New […]
Coronavirus FAQs: Does It Live On Clothes? Can My Dog Infect Me? Any Advice On Wipes?
March 30, 2020
The new coronavirus continues its spread in nearly every nation, bringing illness or death to many thousands of people. In the United States, the number of cases is growing rapidly. Here we ask experts questions from readers and listeners about COVID-19 and how to prevent the spread of the virus. I know the virus can […]
Coronavirus could be ‘sniffed’ out by dogs, experts say
March 30, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has upended nearly every facet of day-to-day life around the globe, but one charity is hoping this everyday activity can help flatten the curve — dogs sniffing. British charity Medical Detection Dogs has partnered with Durham University and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) on a medical trial to […]
Therapy animals greet isolated seniors
March 27, 2020
The wagging tag of a happy dog and fidgeting nose of an adorable bunny outside Elmcroft Senior Living’s windows helped ease the stress and anxiety of the residents isolated inside. Activity Director Chelsea Tennant was limited in finding ways to entertain and excite the ones most vulnerable to the dangers of COVID-19, she said. “To […]
Therapy dog usage trends upward in East Moline Schools
March 27, 2020
Tinker, a professional Therapy Dog relaxes for a few minutes at Glenview Middle School Glenview Middle School seventh-grader Evan Schillinger sat on a floor outside the counseling offices, gently petting Tinker, counselor Shannon Harmon’s large golden retriever. “It really relieves my stress, kind of calms me knowing that she’s here,” Evan said. “I just love […]
Ollie the therapy dog comforts students through PALS program
March 27, 2020
“He loves being at school, these kids are his people,” said PALS program instructor Debbie Shapiro. “If I’m not here, they don’t ask where I am, they ask “Where is Ollie?” Ollie, a certified therapy dog, helps students with special needs through a personalized alternative learning school program at Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School. Teachers say Ollie […]
Moses the mastiff training to become a therapy dog
March 27, 2020
Moses, a year-and-a-half-old Canary Mastiff, was a bit unsure of his surroundings during a recent visit to the county fire station on Public Safety Drive, but he enjoyed the head scratches and bully rubs even if he wasn’t fond of the smell of smoke from a lingering training exercise or the look of firefighters laden […]
Therapy dogs help relieve stress around Kern County
March 27, 2020
Hugo, a maltipoo, is afraid of just about everything except for humans. When someone visits Dr. Reza Moghbel’s office, Hugo is the first to greet them. When patients are getting a cleaning, a root canal or before surgery, Hugo is there to be pet and to relax them. Nobody is excited to visit the dentist’s […]
How Charlie the therapy dog is helping end the stigma around mental health
March 27, 2020
Charlie is a pitbull-mix and was rescued off the streets in Brevard County After his rescue, Charlie entered the Brevard County Paws and Stripes program. Paws and Stripes takes in dogs from shelters. Inmates then train the dogs to do much more than just play fetch and rollover. The dogs are trained to become PTSD […]
Therapy Dogs Playing Important Role in Lakeview Christian Academy Students
March 27, 2020
Dogs are important parts of our family. They give us unconditional love and support when we need them. A local Duluth school is making them a part of students everyday life and learning experience. Lakeview Christian Academy has resource dogs who are making a significant difference in students who struggle in school. In the short […]