Occupational therapy in an equine environment benefits youth with autism
A recent CSU pilot study aimed to develop and evaluate occupational therapy in an equine environment for youth with autism.
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Grooming at home during quarantine
Spring is in the air, and our dogs need grooming, but it may not be possible to go to a groomer due to social distancing for COVID-19. Here are some helpful tips for at-home grooming in the meantime.
HABIC Volunteer Team Highlight: Kathleen Huggins and Jimmy
Human-Animal Bond in Colorado volunteer team Kathleen Huggins and her dog Jimmy volunteer at St. Joseph's Hospital and Denver Hospice. Jimmy is a rescue from Denver Dumb Friends League who now excels in his two jobs as a therapy dog.
CSU School of Social Work explores human-animal interactions for health and mental health
The School of Social Work is funding four pilot projects focused on building the science related to human-animal interaction (HAI) to better understand the impacts of HAI on both human health and mental health. Word count: 373
What can you learn about yourself through your relationship with your dog?
When I adopted my dog from the Humane Society of Boulder Valley in 2009, I knew I was getting a hiking buddy, a snuggle partner and a friend to train with. I was so excited, I could burst! What I didn’t know is that I was also getting a mirror.
HABIC Volunteer Team Highlight: Anndevoy Ryan and Fingal
New Human-Animal Bond in Colorado volunteer team Anndevoy Ryan and her dog Fingal received their HABIC certification last year and began working at Green House Homes at Mirasol, a skilled nursing care facility, in Loveland, Colorado.
Human-Animal Bond in Colorado adds graduate research assistant
Social Work doctoral student Tiffany Banks has joined Human-Animal Bond in Colorado as a graduate research assistant. Banks has a background in working with individuals with autism and their families.
Volunteer Spotlight: Susie Davis and Gracie
It takes a very special HABIC team to volunteer to work in a hospice setting. One such team is Susie Davis and her Golden Retriever, Gracie.
Easy homebaked treats for your dog
Human-Animal Bond in Colorado community supporter Sue Carroll, owner of Bones du Jour, has some tasty recipes for HABIC volunteers to make for their partners and any other dogs that need a treat!
New staff brings marketing and animal training expertise to Human-Animal Bond in Colorado
With a background in animal-organization management and animal assistance training, Kate Gloeckner joins Human-Animal Bond in Colorado as Office Coordinator and Training Consultant.