When circumstances are such that you’re confined to a hospital bed, are a resident and undergoing treatment at a facility for dependency issues, or circumstances are such that you’ve moved into a retirement facility, you find yourself in surroundings that aren’t familiar and initially you don’t know the people around you. These situations are all stressful and would be difficult for anyone to deal with. This is where therapy dogs make a difference.
The unconditional love that dogs give, combined with their innate ability to sense where there’s a need for comfort, means that a visit with a therapy dog gives one the opportunity to draw on a feeling of calm, love, restfulness and a complete acceptance of oneself.
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Wonderful Wendy
"We met a doggie who desperately wanted to love and be loved – our perfect match."
Phoebe's Story
This ugly little pup who was unwanted and unloved for so long, is now an incredibly happy, well-adjusted, self-controlled dog
Healing Dogs
Dogs are efficient at elevating needs, and providing relaxation to humans, and making them ideal for therapy
Flyin' High With Amy
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Focus On The Frosty Face Fostering Programme
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Time For Tank
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Bad Dog, Or Bad Day?
As on owner, you need to be aware of the daily stressors your dog may experience
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Dog Diabetes Is Not A Death Sentence
With consistent management, diabetes should have a minimal impact
DALMATION (-ology)
Sweet, smart, and playful, Dalmatians are wonderful family dogs
BIRDS in the MATTRESS
“Mrs. Walker is a nut. You need to do something with her,” I overheard the police officer say to my mother.
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The Lion's Share of Benefits
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A Song in His Heart
An encounter with a waiting room songstress unlocks a side of my father I’d rarely seen before Alzheimer’s
Finally, a Drug for Alzheimer's?
After scores of failed drugs, the FDA is set to rule on a controversial candidate
The Language of Love
I could no longer communicate with my husband. But someone could…
In the Moment
I’ve cared for my husband for nine years. Here are the five most important things I’ve learned
Forgetting to Remember
Forgetting to Remember
Lutein: More Than Meets the Eyes
Don’t pigeonhole this nutrient just for vision health—it’s equally great for preventing heart disease, boosting skin’s radiance, and more.
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