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| Research is still uncovering the therapeutic benefits of animals used in treatment of both physical and mental diseases. We do know that therapy dogs use their social skills and instincts that help boost morale, provide a focal point for concentration and help people interact with others. As a Caring Canine handler, I see first hand the immediate benefits to patients, both physical and emotional. Can't wait for the day that a doctor will routinely prescribe Animal Assisted visits and therapy as part of treatment. |
Cora the Therapy Dog I have been wondering for a while now just "who" the person was that initiated the concept of therapy dogs. Found this article to be quite informative from "Wikipedia" and wanted to share with all of our readers. "During World War II, under combat operations against Japanese forces on the island of New Guinea, Corporal William Wynne came into possession of a young adult Yorkshire Terrier abandoned on the battlefield. He named the female dog Smoky . Smoky accompanied Wynne on numerous combat missions, provided comfort and entertainment for troops, and even assisted the Signal Corps in running a telegraph cable through an underground pipe, completing in minutes what might have been a dangerous, three-day construction job which would have exposed men and equipment to enemy bombers. Smoky's service as a therapy dog began when Corporal Wynne was hospitalized for a jungle disease. As Wynne recovered, Wynne's Army pals br
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