We know that interacting with a therapy dog is good for us but does it matter which part of the dog you pet? A new study has some answers.

Humans and dogs have had a special bond for centuries. Coming home from a long day to a wagging tail is bound to cheer anyone up. But dogs have proven to be so much more than just pets. Research shows ...

Novant Health Kernersville Medical Center staff and patients received some guests last week that brought joy and comfort. Pet Partners Therapy brought three pet-therapy dogs to the hospital on ...

Some UNCW students are de-stressing with canine therapy. Paws4people and UNCW Library’s Mindfulness Initiative hosted a de-stress event where students could come and pet, love on, and cuddle with ...

Taffy’s first few days as a UCHelath pet therapy volunteer were eventful ones, especially in the footsteps of her predecessor who helped hospital staff and patients for 13 years. On Tuesday, the ...

Pet therapy dogs are used in hospitals and hospices to ease anxiety for patients and their families. Studies show that animal-assisted therapy can reduce blood pressure, stress and feelings of ...

Is it a scratch behind the ears while staring into those puppy dog eyes, or is it a gentle pat on the back and a wagging tail that makes spending time with a therapy dog so comforting? New research ...

BEAUMONT, Texas — St. Elizabeth Hospital's growing pet therapy program brought Santa and several therapy dogs together Wednesday to help lift spirits among patients and staff, according to organizers.

SEATTLE — First-year college students who regularly interacted with therapy dogs during the semester reported fewer signs of stress and depression, according to a new study from Washington State ...