Therapy animals have become a popular theme in books and magazines. Here are some recommended titles.
Angel on a Leash: Therapy Dogs and the Lives They Touch by David Frei. Bow Tie Press, 2011. Paperback, 208 pages, $16.95.
Animal Assisted Therapy: Techniques and Exercises for Dog Assisted Interventions by Francesc Ristol. Smiles Ctac, 2012. Paperback, 392 pages, $39.95.
Ben: The Very Best Furry Friend by Holly Raus. Pylon Publishing, 2011. A children’s book. Paperback, 20 pages, $6.99.
A Dog Walks into a Nursing Home: Lessons in the Good Life from an Unlikely Teacher by Sue Halpern. Riverhead Books, 2013. Hardcover, 312 pages, $26.95.
A Dog Who’s Always Welcome: Assistance and Therapy Dog Trainers Teach You How to Socialize and Train Your Companion Dog by Lorie Long. Howell Book House, 2008. Paperback, 240 pages, $14.99.
Healing Companions: Ordinary Dogs and Their Extraordinary Power to Transform Lives by Jane Miller, LISW, CDBC. New Page Books, 2010. Paperback, 256 pages, $16.99.
Lola Goes to Work: A Nine-to-Five Therapy Dog by Marcia and Lola Goldman. Creston Books, 2013. A pre-school children’s book. Paperback, 32 pages, $13.99.
Paws & Effect: The Healing Power of Dogs by Sharon Sakson. Alyson Books, 2007. Hardcover, 231 pages, $15.00.
The Power of Wagging Tails: A Doctor’s Guide to Dog Therapy and Healing by Dawn A. Marcus, MD. Demos Health, 2011. Paperback, 345 pages, $7.95.
Therapy Dogs Today: Their Gifts, Our Obligation by Kris Butler. Funpuddle Publishing, Second Edition, 2013. Paperback, 104 pages, $15.99.
Toby the Pet Therapy Dog and His Hospital Friends by Charmaine Hammond. Illustrations by Rose Anne Prevec. A children’s book. Kendahl Press, 2011. Paperback, 38 pages, $11.95.