In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers evaluated the associations between psychiatric service dog partnership and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among veterans. Study: ...

There’s research suggesting that these four-legged “battle buddies” can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. But ...

K9s For Warriors provides Service Dogs to veterans living with PTSD. One Army veteran shares how the program has changed ...

Service dogs can alleviate some symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder for veterans, according to a study our team published in June 2024 in the medical journal JAMA Network Open. Building off our ...

A warning — this story contains the topic of suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 for help. At what he calls the lowest point in his ...

TOMS RIVER, N.J. − Before Anthony Certa began talking about his three deployments in Iraq as a U.S. Marine and military police officer, he gave a gentle command to his service dog. "Mando, on my lap," ...

What Are the Best Dog Breeds for People with Anxiety? Breeds that make excellent emotional support dogs include Golden retrievers, Labrador retrievers, Cavalier King Charles spaniels, Pugs, and Basset ...

Dogs can be a great addition to families. But, in the following case, Rumba the dog not only was a great addition to Michelle’s family but also found a creative way to get Michelle out of anxiety and ...

Ashley is your community reporter covering news and sports in northern San Luis Obispo County, including San Miguel, Paso Robles, Templeton, Atascadero and Santa Margarita. If you’ve been to the ...

A service dog is a veteran’s best friend. These highly trained animals help those who served their country re-enter civilian life by being trusted companions. They can sense something before it ...

Service dogs have been found to be of great help to autistic children, promoting social interaction and enhancing safety. Autism is a developmental disorder that affects social interaction, ...