Transforming Lives: Recent Scientific Evidence Into the Benefits of Service Dogs for Children With Autism
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a lifelong neurological and developmental condition which affects the way that individuals communicate with others and interact with the world around them. In the United
Courthouse Facility Dogs: Supporting Victims for Fairer Legal Proceedings
The criminal justice system can feel uncompassionate, with many victims finding the experience of giving evidence retraumatizing. For this reason, courtrooms have started to introduce facility dogs to support vulnerable
Investigating the Traits Associated With Successful Medical Detection Dogs
The use of medical detection dogs to indicate the presence of human disease has increased significantly over recent years. Research into biodetection dogs has found that they can detect the
A Lifeline for Veterans: The Role of Psychiatric Service Dogs in Battling PTSD and Suicidality
It’s not uncommon for military veterans to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), compounded by the difficult transition back into civilian life. PTSD is a mental health condition which causes