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 ...

Dogs are not our nearest relatives in the animal kingdom, but they are our oldest friends. Scientific evidence suggests that, at least 10,000 years ago, early humans gradually domesticated wild dogs, ...

Yesterday, the New York Times published a heart-wrenching profile of three-time world champion and Olympic cyclist Kelly Catlin, who had a bike crash last January, which may have resulted in a ...

In Utah, only dogs and sometimes miniature horses are defined as service animals. Universe Live reporter, Emmeline Blythe, meets a therapy dog, Fred. Fred has mostly worked in airports and hospitals. ...

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 ...

Hospitals can feel overwhelming when you're going through cancer treatment, which is why many now bring in therapy animals to make that experience a little easier. These animals are trained to handle ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. When a teacher was told therapy animals were visiting her school, she ...

Dogs are sociable, enthusiastic and widely used to comfort people in settings like hospitals, schools and care homes. But an increasingly popular alternative is emerging: therapy cats. The term is ...

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare (TMH) unveiled a mural celebrating 40 years of their Animal Therapy program. The mural, painted by local artist Nancy Upthegrove, depicts various therapy animals ...

Having a furry friend in your therapy session could lead to your next big breakthrough, according to new research from Swinburne University of Technology. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest ...