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Therapy Dog “Hatch” Offers Solace in Colorado Communities
Seven years ago, in a quiet corner of southern Colorado, a special bond was forged that would go on to touch countless lives. Meet Hatch, a Labrador Retriever whose journey from puppyhood to becoming a Human-Animal Bond in Colorado – HABIC therapy dog at Poudre Valley Hospital is a remarkable tribute to the power of the human-animal bond.
HABIC’s 2024 volunteer awards showcase the healing power of therapy dogs
The Human-Animal Bond in Colorado - HABIC center in Colorado State University’s School of Social Work has proudly announced the recipients of its annual volunteer awards, recognizing outstanding contributions from human-animal teams and an equine-assisted therapy facility.
Volunteering in schools is the ‘pawfect’ match for this career-changing therapy dog
Volunteers are the driving force behind Human-Animal Bond in Colorado - HABIC in CSU's School of Social Work. After her dog Havarti needed to be 'career changed' from being a service dog, Nancy Loos knew volunteering in their local school would make a difference, both for this sweet Labrador who loves to work and for the students who benefit from animal-assisted therapy with Havarti.
Therapy dog team loves serving their community and cheddar hot dogs
When not comforting patients in a medical practice waiting room, therapy dog Oso enjoys well-deserved time snoozing on the couch and sunbathing in HABIC volunteer Lucy Nuremberg’s backyard. The pair are making a difference in their community by volunteering with Human-Animal Bond in Colorado – HABIC.
Life after retirement is rewarding as a therapy dog
Icy started out life as a breeding dog. She was ready for retirement when Human-Animal Bond in Colorado - HABIC volunteer Ann Kusic and her partner decided to adopt this sweet Standard Poodle, with the softest light grey-colored coat that inspired her name. Now they're making a difference as a therapy dog team at Presbyterian-St. Lukes Hospital in Denver, as well as at The Denver Hospice.
Human-Animal Bond in Colorado celebrates 30 years of supporting animal-assisted therapy in Colorado communities
Since 1993, the Human-Animal Bond in Colorado center’s volunteer teams have partnered with health and mental health professionals in the community to improve lives.
HABIC’s 2023 volunteer awards highlight the health benefits of therapy dogs
Human-Animal Bond in Colorado, part of Colorado State University’s School of Social Work, has announced three individuals and a local Fort Collins long-term care facility for its annual volunteer celebration awards.
HABIC therapy dog team delights individuals in hospice care
As one of the Human-Animal Bond in Colorado - HABIC dog teams certified during the Covid pandemic, Abby Schwab and her mini Doodle Mischa bring exceptional dedication to their work with patients at The Denver Hospice.
An Afternoon at Alder Hall: Open house event highlights four centers with broad community impact
All community members are invited on Wednesday, May 17, 4-6 p.m. for food truck fare and to connect with four centers in the College of Health and Human Sciences.
Building the science on our relationships with dogs: Q & A with Kerri Rodriguez
This summer, HABIC Postdoctoral Research Fellow Kerri Rodriguez will begin the next phase of her career, as an assistant professor at the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine. Learn more about why she aims to understand how we benefit from therapeutic interactions with dogs.