Animal-assisted therapy

Craig Zinn of Craig Zinn Automotive Group Initiates Animal Assisted Therapy Endowment at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital with a Commitment of $500,000 for the Program

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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MIAMI, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing its dedication to giving back to the South Florida community, President and CEO Craig Zinn of the Craig Zinn Automotive Group (CZAG) has initiated an animal assisted therapy endowment at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital.

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  • MIAMI, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing its dedication to giving back to the South Florida community, President and CEO Craig Zinn of the Craig Zinn Automotive Group (CZAG) has initiated an animal assisted therapy endowment at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital.
  • The endowment provides critical funding to purchase an additional therapy dog for Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital, as well as supplemental costs associated with having an additional handler on staff at the hospital.
  • "We couldn't be happier to deepen our partnership with Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital through our animal assisted therapy endowment," said Mr. Zinn.
  • In 2021, the area was renamed Craig Zinn Automotive Group Shortstop to honor CZAG's continued commitment to the hospital and its programs.

Satisfi Labs Launches The Animal Assistant To Create A Seamless and Educational Experience

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Thursday, April 7, 2022
Zoo Atlanta, Google, Reptile, Animal, CEO, Learning, Member, NLP, Knowledge, Never Satisfied, MLB, Animal-assisted therapy, Medical device, Techstars

NEW YORK, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Satisfi Labs, the leading conversational AI platform for destinations and experiences, has just launched the Animal Assistant, the company's latest AI solution that will serve as an expert in helping guests find animals on-site and learn more about each species. First launching with Zoo Atlanta, Satisfi Labs plans to quickly roll out the AI-powered Animal Assistant for additional zoos and aquariums.

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  • First launching with Zoo Atlanta, Satisfi Labs plans to quickly roll out the AI-powered Animal Assistant for additional zoos and aquariums.
  • "The Animal Assistant truly takes the zoo and aquarium experience to the next level," said Shawn Whitman, Vice President, Membership & Guest Experience at Zoo Atlanta.
  • "We are always looking for ways to improve the visitor experience and make it more educational and seamless.
  • "We are incredibly proud to launch the Animal Assistant," says Don White, CEO of Satisfi Labs.

Sunshine Retirement Living Installs Innovative Sensory Spas at All U.S. Memory Care Communities

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022
People, Socialization, Mark (given name), CEO, Dementia, Depression, Alzheimer's disease, Movement, Retirement, Taste, Boredom, Anxiety, Travel, Frustration, Smell, Music therapy, Hearing, Communication, Disease, Animal-assisted therapy, Aromatherapy, Caregiver, Television, Residential care, Sunlight

BEND, Ore., Feb. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sunshine Retirement Living , a family-owned senior housing company that offers a premiere living experience for its residents at more than 40 independent living, assisted living and memory care communities across the country, has successfully completed the installation of innovative "Sensory Spas" at each of its 23 memory care communities.

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  • BEND, Ore., Feb. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sunshine Retirement Living , a family-owned senior housing company that offers a premiere living experience for its residents at more than 40 independent living, assisted living and memory care communities across the country, has successfully completed the installation of innovative "Sensory Spas" at each of its 23 memory care communities.
  • The Sensory Spas provide "sensory stimulation" with mood-boosting benefits that can also reduce behavioral challenges stemming from memory-related disease.
  • With those results, we immediately began to install Sensory Spas at each of our memory care communities and today I'm delighted to report that we've completed the effort."
  • Sunshine Retirement Living's memory care communities include:

PetSmart Charities Expands Focus to Address Barriers to Affordable Veterinary Care for 50 Million Pets in the U.S.

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022
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PHOENIX, Jan. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today, 50 million pets in the U.S. lack access to veterinary care, especially those in under-represented communities.

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  • PHOENIX, Jan. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today, 50 million pets in the U.S. lack access to veterinary care, especially those in under-represented communities.
  • "Today, we celebrate the significant impact we've made improving animal welfare, together with PetSmart customers, donors and partners," said Aimee Gilbreath, president at PetSmart Charities.
  • PetSmart Charities also provides grant funding to support organizations that advocate and care for the well-being of all pets and their families.
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Vivos Inc Initiates Isopet® Therapy in Horses

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Thursday, June 24, 2021
Physical sciences, Medicine, Chemistry, Medical physics, Vivos, Brachytherapy, Yttrium, Animal-assisted therapy

Richland WA, June 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vivos Inc. (OTCQB: RDGL) Vivos Inc announced that it has completed the first IsoPet therapy on an equoid tumor.

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  • Richland WA, June 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vivos Inc. (OTCQB: RDGL) Vivos Inc announced that it has completed the first IsoPet therapy on an equoid tumor.
  • This is an exciting extension of Isopet, offering an important and unique treatment alternative for larger animals such as horses.
  • Dr. Mike Korenko stated, Expanding Isopet into the equine market is an important expansion of the Vivos business plan.
  • Vivos Inc. has developed an Yttrium-90 based injectable brachytherapy device, for the treatment of tumors in animals (IsoPet) and in humans (RadioGel).

'Man's Best Friend' Comes to FirstNet: AT&T Launches Animal Assisted Therapy Initiative to Further Health & Wellness for America's First Responders

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Thursday, June 3, 2021
Health sciences, Articles, Health, Dogs, Drug discovery, Health policy, Medicinal chemistry, Therapy, Animal-assisted therapy, Mental health, United States Department of Homeland Security, Psychological stress

We're collaborating with Global Medical Response (GMR) to provide the therapy dog services, which are especially meant for times of crises following natural or man-made disasters.

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  • We're collaborating with Global Medical Response (GMR) to provide the therapy dog services, which are especially meant for times of crises following natural or man-made disasters.
  • This program aligns with Homeland Security's National Incident Management System with a focus on life safety, incident stabilization and property conservation.
  • Recent years have increased those challenges and stressors, in many cases significantly increasing the mental, emotional and physical tolls on responders.
  • Animal Assisted Therapy on Law Enforcement Mental Health: A Therapy Dog Implementation Guide.

21 Courageous Canines Chosen to Compete for Honor of Becoming America's Top Dog

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Health sciences, Life sciences, Animal-assisted therapy, Therapy dog, Dogs in warfare, Dog, Therapy

The 21 heroic hounds were chosen by the American public to advance to the semifinals from a field of more than 400 remarkable candidates.

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  • The 21 heroic hounds were chosen by the American public to advance to the semifinals from a field of more than 400 remarkable candidates.
  • Being a hospice therapy dog, he comforts patients and their families with his angelic love and support.
  • From the day he became a therapy dog, Maverick's mission has been to serve our service members and their families.
  • Summer retired from the Marines Corps in 2013 as a Military Working Dog and proud war dog.

Equine Therapy Now Offered at Oxford Treatment Center’s Resolutions Outpatient Clinic

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Monday, May 24, 2021
Health sciences, Health care, Health, Animal-assisted therapy, Equine-assisted therapy, Occupational therapy, Physical therapy, Psychotherapy, Therapy

OXFORD, Miss., May 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oxford Treatment Center has announced the addition of equine therapy at the Resolutions Campus, the facilitys outpatient center and sober housing location.

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  • OXFORD, Miss., May 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oxford Treatment Center has announced the addition of equine therapy at the Resolutions Campus, the facilitys outpatient center and sober housing location.
  • For more therapies offered at Oxford Treatment Center, visit https://oxfordtreatment.com/addiction-treatment-ms/our-therapies/ .
  • Im thankful to have the opportunity to expand the reach of equine therapy at Oxford to patients utilizing our outpatient services, said Holtcamp.
  • Equine therapy has been proven to be effective in the treatment of addiction and Ive had patients express that it was a life-changing experience.

Pets play important role in easing children's loneliness and stress intensified by virtual schooling in lockdown

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Saturday, April 10, 2021
Articles, Education, Virtual reality, Animal-assisted therapy, Environmental psychology, Outdoor education, Virtual reality therapy, Homeschooling, Pet

There are early indicators that the pandemic has had a negative impact on children's social skills, productivity and well-being.

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  • There are early indicators that the pandemic has had a negative impact on children's social skills, productivity and well-being.
  • For many families navigating the stress and challenges of home-schooling, pets have offered children crucial support.
  • "We've been absolutely overwhelmed with the response from teachers, parents and students to our teams' virtual therapy animal visits during the pandemic.
  • There is now an important role for animals in helping children adjust as they return to school."

Pets play important role in easing children's loneliness and stress intensified by virtual schooling in lockdown

Retrieved on: 
Saturday, April 10, 2021
Articles, Education, Virtual reality, Animal-assisted therapy, Environmental psychology, Outdoor education, Virtual reality therapy, Homeschooling, Pet

There are early indicators that the pandemic has had a negative impact on children's social skills, productivity and well-being.

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  • There are early indicators that the pandemic has had a negative impact on children's social skills, productivity and well-being.
  • For many families navigating the stress and challenges of home-schooling, pets have offered children crucial support.
  • "We've been absolutely overwhelmed with the response from teachers, parents and students to our teams' virtual therapy animal visits during the pandemic.
  • There is now an important role for animals in helping children adjust as they return to school."