Tag Archives: therapy dogs

Therapy Dogs Give Comfort at the Mudslide

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Jackie Hirtz

March 28, 2014 at 2:30 PM Therapy dogs give comfort, raise spirits in aftermath of March 22 mudslide ~ by Hal Bernton and Steve Miletich After the horrible mudslide that hit Darrington, Washington on March 22, volunteers brought their therapy … Continue reading →

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Consider This: a Dog as a Personal Physician

Posted on September 20, 2012 by Jackie Hirtz

Elizabeth Landau writes for CNN,   “His name is Valor. He’s half Labrador retriever, half Great Dane, and goes everywhere with Sgt. Charles Hernandez. But Valor is more than a pet — Hernandez considers the dog a personal physician…” Dogs: … Continue reading →

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The Story of Wonder Dog – A Golden Retriever

Posted on February 26, 2012 by Jackie Hirtz

A boy and his dog, but so much more… This New York Times Magazine story by Melissa Fay Greene, is a must-read for anyone involved with animal-assisted therapy or service dogs — Wonder Dog.

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Airport Dog!

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Jackie Hirtz

As a veteran Delta Society Pet Partner, I’ve seen how a visit from a friendly dog can help soothe an anxious person, bring a moment of joy to someone experiencing sadness, or simply provide a nice break in the midst … Continue reading →

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