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Chapter 1. The Benefits of Pet Therapy After Traumatic Experiences

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The Benefits of Pet Therapy After Traumatic Experiences

Author: Richard O. Straub

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This brief NBC News video clip profiles the work of therapy dogs who comfort humans who have experienced traumatic events—in this case, victims of the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings. The comfort dogs are like furry therapists not only for those who are injured, but also for healthcare providers.

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1. Therapy dogs are trained to:

2. The video clip profiles the use of comfort dogs with:

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