Companion, Therapy & Service Dogs Rock! Help us celebrate them! It's always time to celebrate dogs at Talent Hounds, but especially during National Autism Month. Here's a look at just a few of the talented stars in our TV episode for the Pet Network "Dogs Make a Difference"! These amazing dogs enrich peoples' lives every … [Read more...] about Therapy & Service Dogs Rock!
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Dogs Helping Children Read
Reading to Dogs Programs Reading ability has a significant impact on all areas of academic learning. Poor reading skills at an early age can lead to lower self-esteem, underachievement, a dislike of school and an increased risk of dropping out. Students who struggle with reading benefit from individual reading instruction and extra reading time. (see sources below) While … [Read more...] about Dogs Helping Children Read
Dogs, Nature’s Best Antidepressants
Science confirms - dogs can make a difference! Professionally trained service animals—such as Guide Dogs, Alert Dogs, or Special Needs Dogs for the physically disabled offer obvious benefits to humans. There is more and more evidence that we have only just started to really understand the many therapeutic and health benefits that Service, "Surfice", Therapy and … [Read more...] about Dogs, Nature’s Best Antidepressants
Random Acts Of Kindness
Small Acts Of Kindness Can Change The World “Unexpected kindness is the most powerful, least costly, and most underrated agent of human change.” —Bob Kerrey This week we are inspired by random acts of kindness. Small Acts and Small Dogs can have a big impact. You'll fall in love with these three small therapy dogs who love helping others and understand the value of … [Read more...] about Random Acts Of Kindness
10 Popular Small Breed Dogs For Special Needs
The number of adults and children with special needs or suffering from anxiety or stress seems to be increasing every day. The use of Service and Therapy Dogs to help is also growing. There is strong scientific and anecdotal evidence that looking at, caring for and petting pets, especially dogs, can reduce tension and improve mood in humans. MRIs, urine and blood tests have … [Read more...] about 10 Popular Small Breed Dogs For Special Needs