02-01-2015 23:15 via alaskapublic.org

Dog visit: Just what the doctor ordered

Ever had a rotten day turn around once you got home and caught a dose of unconditional love from your pet? Those health benefits are tangible. Medical experts support bringing warm, fuzzy and calm animals into hospital settings to share that benefit with patients. Meet Mike Lewis and his dog Eddie, a visiting team for six years, and Laure MacConnell who directs a local canine-visiting program.

KSKA: Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2014 at 2:00 and 9:00 p.m.
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