Golden Retrievers are also one of the most popular choices for individuals seeking therapy dog certification. Their consistent behavior, good manners, and emotional intelligence make them a reliable ...

In this article, we’ll explore the best dog breeds for pet therapy, focusing on the qualities that make each breed an exceptional companion in emotional support roles. From energetic and playful ...

Ruffian the champion show cat reclined on a fur pillow wearing tiny protective goggles to shield his eyes from the laser therapy being used to treat his inflamed joints. Veterinary physiotherapist ...

That's because as part of her role, Ghica runs the Houston Airports' Volunteer Therapy Dogs Program, which brings dogs to the airport to provide comfort and hospitality to travelers. The program ...

Animals strolling around one of Houston's airports might be a surprising sight to some. But not to Ella Ghica, the manager of outreach initiatives and volunteer programs for Houston Airports.

The introduction of MLS Laser Therapy is more than a technological milestone—it represents a paradigm shift in pain management. Its success in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East has paved ...

Why is there a dearth of therapy dogs? This is a question that has bothered me for a long time. The usefulness of therapy dogs has been well documented. For example, the newest edition of the ...

To help alleviate some of the emotional toll, therapy dogs are stepping in to provide comfort. Happy Buttles, a local advocate for therapy dogs, knows firsthand how dogs can offer solace during ...

Thanks to a partnership with Comfort Dog Ministry — a care initiative launched in 2008 with golden retrievers — therapy dogs are a common sight in the district’s schools, offering an ...

Walter, a 3-year-old basset hound, is the school’s official therapy dog, and staff say he makes a huge difference at a time when more and more students — locally and across the nation — are ...