Today’s Solutions: December 12, 2024

Happy young girl in hospital hugging a therapy dog

ER patients report less pain after short visit from therapy dog

While hospitals often welcome therapy dogs within their wards as a means to comfort and uplift patients, the therapeutical benefits of these our best furry friends haven’t actually been proven clinically — that is, until now. A new study from the University of Saskatchewan shows that a visit Read More...

Petting therapy dogs can help

Petting therapy dogs can help college students cope with stress

Dogs have been valuable in supporting firefighters during wildfire season and relieving loneliness for seniors, but these aren't their only benefits. Now, a new study finds that petting therapy dogs can provide college students with stress relief benefits that last up to six weeks. Coming from Read More...