Alliance of Therapy Dogs Blog
What Makes A Good Therapy Dog?
What Breeds Are Well Suited To Become Therapy Dogs? A certified therapy dog provides comfort to people other than their handlers or owners. They visit facilities such as hospitals, airports, funeral homes, schools, nursing homes, [...]
The Impact of Volunteering In Your Community
Make a connection with your community Life can get busy. Between work and errands, dog owners have a lot to juggle and may feel volunteering takes away from quality time with their dog. But what [...]
Therapy Dogs At College Campuses
Ease school stress with some cute pups. While being at college can be a wonderful experience, it can also be difficult at times. From assigned readings to writing essays and studying for exams, students can [...]
Therapy Dogs at the Airport
Photo Credit: Denver International Airport Keep calm and travel on! Travel can be a wonderful experience full of moments that many of us expect and look forward to as we dream of our next adventure. [...]
Volunteering During The Holidays
Help spread holiday cheer. The holidays can be a magical time of year. The glistening snow, the dazzling lights, the scrumptious treats, and reconnecting with loved ones help make the holidays memorable. But this season [...]
The Positive Effects of Therapy Dogs
Embrace the pawsitivity. The unconditional love, comfort and laughs a dog can provide are endless. These gestures can make a big impact on your mental health. So, why not share that joy with others? Therapy [...]