Nonprofit Helps Children Using Animal Assisted Therapy

Pet Partners, the national leader in demonstrating and promoting animal-assisted therapy, activities and education, announces the first annual National Therapy Animal Day to recognize exceptional therapy animal teams that provide visits to hospital patients, nursing home residents, schools, and other facilities. Treats and Sweets Day is the accompanying fundraising event.

Dr. Mary Craig, veterinarian and Founder of Gentle Goodbye LLC, Stamford, CT, has been named Chairperson of the Pet Partners Board of Directors. Dr. Craig's veterinary practice specializes in hospice care and in-home euthanasia of beloved pets.

Pet Partners, a leader in promoting the health benefits of the human-animal bond, is pleased to announce a new partnership with PetSmart, the largest specialty pet retailer of services and solutions for the lifetime needs of pets.