October 10th is World Mental Health Day and a great day to educate people on the importance of taking care of our mental health. This looks different for everyone and can be as simple as self-care acts like going to the dentist and keeping up with doctor’s appointments. Self-care can include yoga and meditation, while [...]
Therapy dogs are often superheroes to those they visit. Through tactile interaction, kind eyes, and friendly presence, these amazing dogs bring comfort to people in places like hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and workplaces. While therapy dogs themselves are often the focus of attention, the emotional connection between the dog and its handler (the person who [...]
Being Active in Alliance of Therapy Dogs Without a Dog Most Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) Members begin their membership with a dog by their side. However, this is not always the case and there may come a time when a Member may need to retire their dog. Whether they started as an ATD Member [...]
Hospice Therapy Dogs In the challenging stages of end-of-life care, each moment of joy becomes a precious gift, which is why hospice therapy dog visits are known to be treasured for hospice patients and their loved ones. There is much more to therapy dogs than just their cuteness. They offer warmth and connection that can [...]
The Impact of Exam Stress Exam stress can take a serious toll on mental and physical health. Late-night study sessions and nervousness often lead to anxiety, nausea, and headaches, which are all commonly associated with exam stress. How to reduce stress and anxiety during exams To support students during exam season, many college campuses have [...]
7 Reasons Why Therapy Dogs Are Important Therapy dogs are important beyond their wonderful companionship and adorableness. They also provide comfort and support to hospital patients, students, seniors, and anyone else who is going through a difficult time. The bond therapy dogs and humans share is incredible, as these animals have a unique ability to [...]
Take Your Dog To Work National Take Your Dog To Work Day is a yearly celebration in June that encourages people to bring their dogs to work with them. It typically takes place on the first Friday after Father’s Day and has been a huge hit since its inception. Dog owners usually have a wonderful [...]
Companionship For Seniors: Therapy Dogs In Retirement Homes Visits to retirement homes, from therapy dogs, have become increasingly popular as it has become obvious that dogs are an excellent source of companionship for seniors. They don’t judge, they don’t scold, and instead, they offer unconditional love and kindness. And after all, isn’t a dog man’s [...]
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 several reasons for this but one of the major factors is the positive impact therapy dogs have on mental health. [...]
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 dogs can brighten a person’s day and help them feel at ease. Read on to learn about the positive effects [...]
