Companion dogs respond to their environments and their owners’ sense of well-being. When owners are stressed and anxious, dogs can exhibit undesirable behaviours.
A new study in the journal Anthrozoös suggests "highly emotional" students and staff on college campuses might benefit from petting cats as part of animal-assisted interventions at college.
THURSDAY, Oct. 27, 2022 (HealthDay News) Universities sometimes offer "Pet Your Stress Away" events offering a chance to relax while gently patting the head and stroking the back of