For U.S. Army veteran Joshua Essex, a rescue dog named Meister has been a life-saving companion, helping him overcome PTSD ...

The short answer is yes, they can. PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) isn’t a condition limited only to humans; it can affect our furry friends, too, particularly those who’ve been through ...

There’s research suggesting that these four-legged “battle buddies” can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. But ...

The answer is a resounding yes. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder isn’t just a human struggle—it can deeply impact our four-legged friends, especially those who have endured hardship or trauma. (Watch ...

BOYDS, Md. — Dole is a rambunctious black Labrador and loves being outdoors. He's a service dog-in-training and is still getting schooled. “Well, he's a little bit of a goof, which is probably why ...

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K9s For Warriors provides Service Dogs to veterans living with PTSD. One Army veteran shares how the program has changed ...

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The PAWS Act was signed into law by President Joe Biden on Wednesday. The legislation directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to establish a program to provide service dogs and ...

Many of our military personnel returning from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have been traumatized by their experiences in the warzones. While the majority struggle with their experiences, most will ...

Post-traumatic stress disorder is often described as an invisible wound that can strike anyone who's confronted with a traumatic event. Doctors said there are a variety of treatments, including ...

Training a service dog doesn’t just change the life of another veteran; it may help heal the trainer, too. A new study finds that volunteering with dogs could slow biological aging in female veterans ...