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An Examination of the Possible Benefits for Well-Being Arising from the Social Interactions that Occur while Dog Walking
Contributor(s):: Antonacopoulos, N. M. D., Pychyl, T. A.
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Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club
The Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club is a volunteer organization providing a wide variety of canine assisted therapy programs and services in the communities of Kendall, Kane and DuPage counties in Illinois since 2002. Over 70 members strong, our dedicated and motivated volunteers provide a unique...
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Reimagining care
| Contributor(s):: Karasik, Rona J., Berry, Judy
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Roxy Reading Therapy Dogs
Roxy Reading is a donation dependent organization whose certified pet therapy teams promote literacy in schools and offer comfort to area youth navigating the court system.
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The Effect of Play with Canines on Psychological and Physical Stress Measures in College Students
| Contributor(s):: Cheryl Delgado, Margaret Toukonen, Corinne Wheeler
Introduction and Background: Stress can be impede learning and be a major cause of student attrition or failure to advance in studies at a timely pace. This is an increasing concern in academia. Some universities are working to create supportive student communities and a more home-like...
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The Possible Role of Companion-Animal Anthropomorphism and Social Support in the Physical and Psychological Health of Dog Guardians
| Contributor(s):: Antonacopoulos, N. M. D., Pychyl, T. A.
