Kentucky and Derby are puttin smiles on faces while at surf competitions and volunteering in schools. In this 102nd episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I chat with with Kentucky Gallahue and his Goldendoodle, Derby California. They’ve not only made a splash…

Nicole Selby and K9 Tanner are trailblazing integrating Facility Dogs into paramedicine. In this 101st episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I chat with with Nicole Selby and her remarkable Community Paramedic Facility Dog, K9 Tanner, who are redefining the…

From office dog to Animal-Assisted Crisis Response and Dog Scouts of America, Tessa and Finn are always improving their bond. In this 100th(!) episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I chat with with Tessa Bodey and her Golden Retriever, Finn. Together, they…

Neil has a lot to share on how pet therapy found him and his rescued Beagle named Breezy. In this 99th episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I chat with with Neil to discuss his Beagle Breezy’s extraordinary evolution. Starting as a rescue dog, Breezy rose to…

Brian knows the importance of finding a Therapy Dog organization that aligns with his lifestyle. In this 98th episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I chat with Brian about his journey with Riley, a Labrador-German Shepherd mix, from foster fail to heart dog…

Sumbul helps Budge thrive as a Therapy Dog by recognizing his needs and setting boundaries. In this 97th episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I chat with Sumbul about her journey with Budge, her English Bulldog, who transitioned from a family pandemic puppy…

Kim Fontaine, President of AATSMA, advocates for unique breeds like her Akita Therapy Dogs. In this 96th episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I sit down with Kim Fontaine, the founder and president of Animal Assisted Therapy Services of Massachusetts…

Hallie shares what it’s like for Apgar to join her in Animal Assisted Therapy at a Psychiatric Hospital. In this 95th episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I sit down with Hallie to talk about her adventures with Apgar, a Yellow Labrador who’s made an…

Ugnė and Kuna volunteer as a dog therapy team in Lithuania helping elementary kids and seniors. In this 94th episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I sat down with Ugnė and her amazing rescue dog, Kuna, about their volunteer therapy work in Vilnius, Lithuania…

Shannon created a Therapy Dog program with her dog Blue and advocates for Therapy Dog welfare. In this 93rd episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Shannon Noonan, where she shared her experiences as a mental health…

Sarah and her Klee Kai Pixel teach us the importance of advocating for your Therapy Dog. In this 92nd episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Sarah and her talkative Klee Kai, Pixel. These two are more than just…

Mary Rose and her Miniature Therapy Horse Honey are changing lives while volunteering together in Florida. In this bonus episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I chat with Mary Rose Gullet about her unique journey with Honey, her miniature Therapy Horse. We…

Estella and her volunteer Therapy Poms work through their own traumas while helping others. In this 91st episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I talk with Estella about the heartwarming story of her senior Therapy Poms, Monti and Finn, and their combined…

As therapy dog handlers, we put a lot of effort into training and caring for our dogs. However, my experience with Sunny has taught me that it’s just as important to care for ourselves. This blog post will explore the concept of mental health and…

How Christie’s Golden Retriever Frankie became the first School Therapy Dog in their district. In this 90th episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I talk with Christie about her journey to bringing her son’s Golden Retriever, Frankie, to work with her as the…

Jennifer’s Bernedoodle Eclipse partners with her in Animal-Assisted Counseling as a therapy assistant. In this 89th episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I welcome Jennifer Uhlman, a Marriage and Family Therapist, and her Bernedoodle, Eclipse. Jennifer shares…

Have you noticed how some people and their pups maintain a positive outlook, even in challenging situations? Chances are both ends of the leash have worked on their optimistic mindsets. Having an optimistic mindset helps us to expect the good which…

Bree was surprised to find that her rescue dog Mickey was the perfect fit for a School Therapy Dog. In this 88th episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I had the privilege of speaking with Bree Long. Once a School Psychologist, Bree now dedicates her time to…

Ever thought about how some people, and even dogs, just seem to bounce back from challenges like a rubber ball? That’s resilience. It’s all about staying strong when things get tough. This is especially important for teams like us – therapy dog…

AAAIP Board Member Cathy Bennett is trailblazing Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI) in Charleston. In this 87th episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I spoke with Cathy Bennett, a key player in Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI). She’s the Therapy Dog…