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Free Therapy Dog Home Visits
Photo credit: ATD Former Board Member Peggy Grookett Free Therapy Dog Home Visits Dogs can be wonderful for our well-being. When we take them for walks, we step outside and exercise, when we are feeling [...]
Therapy Dogs At Funeral Homes
Therapy Dogs At Funeral Homes There can be a delicate atmosphere present at funerals. Emotions like grief, loneliness, and sadness can take over, leaving bereaved people in a vulnerable state. While grieving can be overwhelming [...]
Therapy Dogs and Mental Health Benefits
Therapy Dogs and Mental Health Benefits Therapy dogs and mental health benefits go hand-in-hand. Therapy dogs have become increasingly popular in facilities such as college campuses, airports, hospitals, home visits, and more venues. There are [...]
Therapy Dogs In Nursing Homes
Therapy Dogs In Nursing Homes Therapy dogs in nursing homes can bring uplifting energy and help make a positive impact on the residents, the staff, and families. Therapy Dogs Can Provide Comfort A therapy dog’s [...]
Therapy Dogs at Hospitals
Therapy dogs at hospitals offer several health benefits. Being a hospital patient can feel isolating. While you are recovering, your physical and emotional health can take a toll. That’s why we have our therapy dogs [...]
5 Reasons for Therapy Dog Certification with ATD
Therapy dog certification can bring smiles and joy. Are you considering certification with Alliance of Therapy Dogs? Read on to learn 5 fantastic reasons you should get your dog certified with us! Soon your certified [...]