Oklahoma State University’s Pet Therapy Program is lending a helping paw to people on the Stillwater campus.
KOSU’s Savannah Titus reports therapy dogs can reportedly reduce stress and lower blood pressure.
OSU’s Pet Therapy Program provides one of the most comprehensive, full- time programs in the nation.
OSU employee and therapy dog handler Katelyn McAdams describes the impact she sees the program having.
“You walk into the room and people just flock to the dogs. It’s amazing. And, it’s awesome to see the ones that sit down and tell you about their life. And, I really think it has a great impact on comfort from students. When you are far away from home, you miss you dog, you miss your family. And, having someone there to cuddle with makes a big difference.”
The dogs complete an eight-week training and have to pass the American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizen Test.
The dogs are at the Edmon-Low Library every Tuesday from 6 to 7 p.m.
