Therapy Dogs
The best medicine could be a drug - or a dog. For years, doctors have known the value of therapy dogs - but until recently the reports have been largely anecdotal. Now, with new research, funding and clinical trials, animal assisted therapy is on the rise. This documentary shows how man's best friend is being utilized in Western Pennsylvania to help hospital patients, teenagers traumatized by a school tragedy, and even stressed-out college students cramming for finals.
Therapy Dogs aired on Nov 06, 2014.
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Series: Specials
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Original airdate: Nov 14, 2013
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Original airdate: Nov 07, 2013
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Original airdate: Oct 24, 2013
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Original airdate: Oct 17, 2013
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Original airdate: Oct 10, 2013
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Original airdate: Aug 29, 2013
