Pets make hospital rounds, bring 'therapeutic touch' to patients
Seattle P-I, November 2006
Dr. Dog - Kaiser pilot program blends dogs with doctors
Roseville, The Press Tribune (CA), Wednesday, April 12, 2006
Helping out with a 'dog fix' - Pet Partners bring comfort, calm, to hospitals, nursing homes -
King County Journal (WA), Sunday, January 8, 2006
Dogs ease anxiety, improve health status of heart failure patients - American Heart Association
Dogs Lower Anxiety Among Heart Patients - Associated Press
Updated April 2006
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Lawrence J. Norvell named President/CEO of Delta Society - Charity Wire, Wednesday, January 28, 2004
Dr. Marty Becker Receives Bustad Award - Charity Wire, September 13, 2002
Linda Hines, CEO and President of Delta Society, Retires after 25 Years - Charity Wire, Thursday, February 20, 2003
Pets have learned to sit, stay - and 'heal'
By Anita Manning, USA TODAY, September 2003
Delta Society Pets + Patients = Rx for Health
From www.animalfair.com
Canine Assisted Therapy & Activities...
Delta Society to be Featured in Martha Stewart Living Magazine.
Watch for the article in May's Martha Stewart Living Magazine. May 2002.
"Sharing a Gift"
Dave Frei describes visiting with a special resident at an extended-care facility his Pet Partner, Belle. Pet Partners Buddy Hayes and Brooke, 1999 Beyond Limits Therapy Dog Award winners, work with patients in the Traumatic Brain Injury Unit. AKC Gazette. February 2002.
"These Pets Can Heal"
Several Pet Partners and Pet Partners affiliate groups are featured in an article about therapy animals. The article includes stories about visits after the World Trade Center and at other facilities. Parade Magazine. January 20, 2002.
"Lighting way to Olympics"
1999 Beyond Limits Service Dog Award winners Debi Davis and Peekaboo will carry the Olympic torch during a portion of its route in Tucson, AZ. Tucson Citizen. December 30, 2001.
"The sick sense"
1998 Beyond Limits Service Dog Award winners Donna Jacobs and Patra are among the service dog teams describing the impact service dogs have on their handlers' lives. USA Weekend. December 30, 2001.
"Seeking Creature Comfort in Crisis"
Delta Society Pet Partners respond to the crisis in New York City. They describe how crisis situations compare to other types of visits. VetCentric.com. November 29, 2001.
"Pet Project at VCU: Center Studies Animals' Effect on Humans"
Sandra Barker, PhD, is assisted by her dog H.I. and other Pet Partners teams in researching the affect of animals on the health of humans. Richmond Times Dispatch. November 26, 2001.
Oprah's O Magazine Recommends Delta Society Pet Partners Program as a NonProfit to Help
Delta Society is one of 8 nonprofits recommended for a helping hand "to repair a small part" of the world. O. December 2001.
"Dr. Dog"
Learn about the positive impact of Pet Partners when they visit patients in hospitals. Ladies' Home Journal. December 2001.
"Therapy Dogs Bring Out the Best in People"
Pet Partners Lauren Rogers and her dogs Zoe and Ali, describes a typical day of visiting. Pam Gaber, director of Gabriel's Angels, talks about the impact the Pet Partners group has on people, especially children. The Arizona Republic . November 16, 2001.
"Paws-ing for Relief"
Lynda Kelly and Mitch visit with families of the victims of the World Trade Center disaster on the ferry and where death certificates are issued. (Correction to the story - Lynda and Mitch were trained through the Pet Partners Program, not the Service Dog Education System.) The Nashua Telegraph. November 3, 2001.
"Some Happy Dog Time for Grieving Victims"
Pet Partners teams and other volunteers from Delta Society's partner in New York City, ASPCA, bring smiles, comfort, and companionship to families of the victims of the World Trade Center attacks. Seattle Times. October 28, 2001.
"The Healing Ways of Dr. Dog"
The New York Times describes the work of Pet Partners Karen LeFrak, Jewel, and Diamond; Greer Griffith, Fauna, and Clayton; and Elizabeth Teal and Annie comforting the families of the victims of the World Trade Center disaster. New York Times. October 28, 2001.
"Animals Are Good for Your Health"
Nancy Dapper, Vice President for Program Operations, and Maura Baun, Ph.D. co-authored an article on research findings related to animal-assisted therapy. Newsweek. October 15, 2001.
Pet Partners on Primer Impacto on Univision
Pet Partner Hector Castaner and his cats were shown on this Spanish-language program providing animal-assisted therapy at West Gables Rehabilitation Center. They were also shown enjoying surfing and swimming in the ocean! Primer Impacto. Univision. September 6, 2001.
"Four-Legged Friends Help You Heal"
Pet Partner Kathie Cole's work at the UCLA Medical Center was featured on NBC's Today Show. Today Show. NBC. September 4, 2001.
Delta Society Pet Partners featured on United Airlines Flights
Pet Partners Karen Lefrak, Hank wisner, Greer Griffith, and Richard Aronoff are featured in the in-flight video on United Airlines for September, October, and November.
"Reading to Dogs Helps Kids"
Pet Partners Beth Grove and Boomer, Dottie Snow and Shadow Man, Magic, and Lady help children improve their reading skills. The Herald of Everett. Everett, WA. August 8, 2001.
"Canine Candy Stripers"
Time magazine features Delta Society staff and Pet Partners in an article and on-line photo essay on animal-assisted activities and therapy. Time. August 6, 2001.
"Offering Aid and Comfort"
Pet Partners Kody, Boomer, Rusty, Taylor, Scooter, Ringo, and Elli Jay make a big difference in the lives of patients of Evergreen Hospice Service. The Woodinville Weekly. Woodinville, WA. April 16, 2001.
"Japanese Visitors Learn How Animals Help Healing"
14 Japanese scholars, part of Delta's Visiting Scholar Program, observed Pet Partners at work, participating in animal-assisted therapy at Valley Medical Center in Renton, WA. The South County Journal. Kent, WA. March 12, 2001.
2000 Beyond Limits Special Service Award Winners on Animal Planet
Ruth West and her service dog Lolly, Special Service Award Winners and Pet Partners, are the subject of "Tucson Training Dog," a segment on Animal Planet's K9 to 5. The episode will initially be aired March 10, 2001.
Rx: Pooches - Pet Partners Provide Ray of Sunshine at Nursing Homes
The Pet Partners at Christian Health Care in Lynden, WA descirbe how they started their program and the benefits the residents receive. The Bellingham Herald. Bellingham, WA. February 26, 2001.
"Special Dog Takes Sting Out of Healing"
Pet Partners Barbara Hansen-Reyes and Sweetheart visit patients in the burn unit at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center. Sweetheart is a special inspiration, having recovered from burns. Sweetheart will also be featured on Pax TV's Miracle Pets on May 14, 2001. San Bernardino Sun. San Bernardino, CA. February 21, 2001.
USA Network Coverage of Westminister Dog Show Features 1999 Beyond Limits Service Animal Award Winner
Beyond Limits Award Winner Mike Lingenfelter and his service dog, Dakota, will be featured during USA Network's coverage of the Westminister Kennel Club Dog Show. USA Network has made the video available on their web site. February 12 and 13, 2001.
"Patra's Gift" - 1998 Beyond Limits Service Animal Award Winner on PAX Network's "It's a Miracle"
PAX Network aired a half-hour segment on Donna Jacobs and her service dog, Patra, during the February 22, 2001 episode of "It's a Miracle."
October AKC Gazette Honors Dogs in Service to Mankind
Several Delta Pet Partners, Beyond Limits Service and Therapy Award Winners, and other dogs are honored for their service in the first single focus issue published by the American Kennel Club. The front cover shows the "Service Dogs Welcome!" sticker added to New York City taxis after Delta's Service Dogs Welcome!™ training program was implemented throughout the city. AKC Gazette. October 2000.
1999 Beyond Limits Service Animal Award Winner Featured on Discovery Channel
Beyond Limits Award Winner Mike Lingenfelter and his service dog, Dakota, were featured on Discovery Channel's show, Pet Love. The show originally aired in October 2000. Additional information is available in the Pet Heroes section of the Discovery Channel web site.
Pet Partner Team and Delta Society Featured in Cat Fancy
Pet Partners Hector Castaner and his cats Buster, Flame, Flashback, and Stormy, are featured in an article about the postive effects of including cats in our lives. Hector, Buster, Flame, and Flashback were Delta's 1997 Beyond Limits Award Therapy Animal Award winners. Cat Fancy. October 2000.
Special Therapy Dogs Learn How to Heal
Pet Partners Cindy Elhers and her dog, Bear, describe how they help heal people in emotional distress, including their work in crisis response. The Register-Guard, Eugene, OR. July 31, 2000.
Pet Partner Team Receives ASPCA's Trooper Award
Pet Partners Maureen Fredrickson and her Rhode Island Red chicken, Ruby, were awarded the Trooper Award in honor of their heroic efforts on behalf of others. Maureen and Ruby have worked with emotionally and physically abused children, as well as senior citizens. ASPCA Animal Watch. Summer 2000.
Animal Planet's "Pet Story" to Feature Pet Partner Team
Pet Partners Robin Parow and her Greek Donkey, Billy Boy, were featured. "Pet Story," Animal Planet. August 28, 2000.
Delta Staff Member Interviewed on Chicago Radio
Ellen Shay, Delta's Service Dog Education System (SDES) Program Director, was interviewed by Steve Dale for WGN Radio's Pet Central on Saturday, August 5th. WGN Radio, Chicago, IL. August 5, 2000.
"Dogs Honored for Helping Disabled Owners."
Donna Jacobs and her service dog Patra, winners of the 1998 Beyond Limits Award, honored with other service dogs as the governor of Missouri proclaimed June as Service Dog Awareness Month. Jefferson City News Tribune. June 7, 2000.
"Animal Assisted Activities and Therapy."
Joan Dalton and Project POOCH, Delta Special Services winners, are featured in an article about different applications of animal-assisted activities and therapy. KindPlanet.com.
Golden Retriever Web Site Follows the Story of an Award-Winning Service Dog Team.
Three news articles about Beyond Limits Award Winner Mike Lingenfelter and his service dog, Dakota, are included on a web site about golden retrievers. LandofPureGold.com.
Beyond Limits Award Winner Featured on ABC's Good Morning America.
Mike Lingenfelter and his service dog Dakota, winners of the 1999 Beyond Limits Service Animal Award, were featured on ABC's Good Morning America on May 24, 2000.
Pet Partners Win Therapy Companion Award.
Maxine, Mike and Terrilynne Lymburner's dog, won the 1999 Michigan Veterinary Medical Association's Therapy Companion Award. Grand Rapids Press. April 17, 2000.
Pet Partners Team Featured on Inside Edition.
The Pet Partners team of Dickens and Susan Stone were featured on Deborah Norville's Inside Edition T.V. show on April 6, 2000. The show depicts the work that Dickens does at Holy Name Hospital in Teaneck, New Jersey, one of two hospital-based programs that Dickens has piloted in northern New Jersey. Inside Edition. April 6, 2000.
Pet Project - Photographer zooms in on the therapeutic relationship between animals and patients with physical and mental problems.
Delta Society Pet Partners are subjects of a photography exhibit and new book (You Have a Visitor: Observations on Pet Visitation and Therapy - available from Amazon.com). Press-Telegram, Long Beach, California. April 4, 2000.
Man's Best Friend Also Source for Hospital TLC.
Pet Partners Captain Thurman Drake and his dog Liberty, Angela Boone and her dogs Sunny and Cree, and Barbara Webb and her dog Bitzy are profiled for their participation in the animal assisted activities at Sheppard Air Force Base in Texas. Still Serving, Bolling Air Force Base, Washington, D.C. Spring 2000.
Wag of a Tail Does Wonders at Hospital.
Pet Partners Susan Stone and her dog Dickens are the subjects of an article on animal-assisted activities and therapy. The Sunday Record, Bergen, New Jersey. March 19, 2000.
Hall of Fame Entrants Earn Top Dog Status.
Pet Partners Susan Stone and her dog Dickens are among the dogs honored by the New Jersey Veterinary Medical Association's Ralston Purina Animal Hall of Fame Awards. The Sunday Star-Ledger, New Jersey. March 12, 2000.
Heart Smart.
Mike Lingenfelter and his service dog Dakota, winners of the 1999 Beyond Limits Service Animal Award, are included as examples of how animals may benefit people with heart problems. Tufts University's newsletter Your Dog. April 2000.
Pet therapy fetches Chase award. Dog owner among youths honored for good deeds, courage.
Pet Partner Molly wins a youth award (out of 900 applicants) for her volunteer work with her dog Buddy. Spokesman Review, Spokane, Washington. March 29, 2000.
Dr. Dog will see you now. Canine care is just what doctor ordered for anxious families.
InterMountain Therapy Animals, a Pet Partners affiliate program, visit families in waiting rooms. Deseret News, Salt Lake City, Utah. March 25, 2000.
Lending a Paw.
Kristy and her dog Buffy, a Pet Partners team in Florida, visit people in a nursing home. American Girl Magazine. March/April 2000.
"From Lap to Laundry" in Papillon Breed Column.
Read about a Papillon, the first Toy breed to win Delta Society's 1999 Beyond Limits Service Animal Award. AKC Gazette. March 2000.
L.A. Woman Wins $50,000 for Charity at 9th Annual Newman's Own/Good Housekeeping Recipe Contest.
Pet Partner Kaija Keel won the contest and selected Delta Society as the charity to receive the donation. October 19, 1999.
Panic: "Going to the Dogs".
Psychologist and Service Animal Access Specialist Nancy Jainchill, Ph D., describes how service animals/service dogs can help people with panic attacks. CBS News 48 Hours. February 24, 2000. For more information about service animals/service dogs can help people with disabilities, refer to the Service Dog section of our web site.
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