Tag Archives: Dogs

How Long-Term Dog Ownership Benefits Cognitive Health

Owning a dog might reduce cognitive decline associated with dementia
Posted on March 3, 2024 by Monica Salazar (Blog Writer) SevenPonds

Dog lovers rejoice! A recent study suggests that long-term dog ownership may slow down cognitive decline associated with dementia.

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“The Rainbow Bridge” by Unknown

Where do animals go when they die?
Posted on April 30, 2018 by Debra L. Stang (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Ever since humans have become aware of our own mortality, we have wondered what happens to us when we die. Do we slip away into a mindless oblivion, or do we go someplace beautiful and special? Does our behavior during … Continue reading →

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Dogs Comfort The Bereaved in Funeral Homes

Our four-legged friends can help to ease grief
Posted on October 4, 2017 by Lucas Morgan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Dogs have been known to comfort us in our greatest times of need. And now, funeral directors across the nation have begun to utilize our furry friends’ sympathetic nature. Therapy dogs have been commonplace in hospitals, nursing homes, hospice centers … Continue reading →

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“The Art of Racing in the Rain” by Garth Stein

Garth Stein comments on the human condition through the eyes of man’s best friend
Posted on December 2, 2016 by Kristen Capano (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Understanding a person’s outlook on death seems easy enough. After all, here at SevenPonds, it is our priority to encourage discussions about the end of life. But have you ever wondered what goes through a dog’s mind when it faces death? … Continue reading →

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