Follow Newser on Twitter   Friend Newser on Facebook
Snappy newsletters. Simple Facebook sharing. Spirited comments. Sweet features are waiting… GET THEM NOW!

Dogs Trained to Heal Iraq Vets' Mental Scars

'Psychiatric service' pooches respond to PTSD sufferers' needs

By Kevin Spak,  Newser Staff

Posted Jul 11, 2009 10:28 AM CDT

(Newser) – The golden retriever nuzzles his master as though he wants a treat, trots into the kitchen, and waits patiently. His master walks over and, under the pet’s watchful gaze, takes a series of pills. The dog wags his tail with approval. He is a...   Read full story »

COMMENTS
You need to Log in to Newser to comment. Don't have an account yet? Sign up now!
4 comments
A snapshot of the day's best news stories.
 

More Newser Stories

For Returning Troops, an Even Worse Job Reality

Obama: 'Solemn' Duty to Help Vets With PTSD

Vets With PTSD May Have Been Denied Benefits

War Games Help Vets Cope With PTSD

College Bans Vet for 'Addicted to Killing' Essay


NEWS FROM OUR PARTNERS
Other Sites We Like:   24/7 Wall St.   |   BuzzFeed   |   Cracked   |   Timelines   |   Geek Sugar   |   Business Insider   |   HuffPost Entertainment