Ever notice how a pet’s presence can instantly calm a storm of emotions? Whether it’s a friendly tail wag or a warm purring cuddle, animals have a unique ability to soothe, ground, and heal. This ...

BELLEVUE, Wash., April 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pet Partners, the nation's leading organization registering therapy animals for animal-assisted interventions, will celebrate its 12th annual National ...

A 16-year-old girl and her parents presented to my office for her wellness evaluation. The patient has generalized anxiety disorder with comorbid major depression, for which she has been prescribed a ...

Animal-assisted therapy (AAT), also known as pet therapy, is a form of therapy that utilizes pets to enhance individuals' physical, social, emotional, and cognitive functioning, as defined by the ...

Visiting nursing homes with trained therapy animals brings joy and companionship to elderly residents. These visits can reduce loneliness, improve mood, and even lower blood pressure, fostering a ...

Having a furry friend in your therapy session could lead to your next big breakthrough, according to new research from Swinburne University of Technology. The research, led by Swinburne clinical ...

Animal-assisted therapy has gained recognition as a valuable intervention for improving the overall well-being of elderly individuals. The presence of animals, whether through direct interaction or ...

Largest Single Investment from a Corporate Foundation Aims to Strengthen Healthcare Resilience by Advancing Therapy Animal Visits in U.S. Healthcare Settings BELLEVUE, Wash. and DEERFIELD, Ill., March ...

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Beret Leone is a native Minnesotan who joined the WCCO team as a reporter in September 2022 - and she's thrilled be back home in the Twin Cities! Beret grew up in Chaska and graduated from Bethel ...

— Pet Partners honors therapy animal teams and raises awareness of their role in improving health and well-being nationwide.— Each year, thousands of registered Pet Partners therapy animal teams visit ...