For a dementia patient, holding a robotic dog or cat can provide soothing moments in the life of a person whose loss of memory and other mental faculties is interfering with daily life. “When given to ...

Helen Macura has always wanted a dog, but the Prohibition-era home she has lived in since 1945 isn't safe for a potential pet. Her childhood dream of owning a dog finally came true a couple years ago, ...

Emotional support animals provide comfort to millions, yet many people face challenges caring for them. Whether due to dementia, cognitive impairments, or other conditions, not everyone can maintain a ...

Raymond Houle Jr., 80, was terribly lonely after moving into a veterans’ home in Bristol, R.I. Pets weren’t allowed and he ...

U.S. robotics company Tombot has introduced "Jennie," an innovative AI-powered robotic pet designed to provide comfort and companionship to those facing cognitive health challenges. This ...

BRISTOL, R.I. (WJAR/CNN Newsource/WKRC) - A company is creating robotic pets to combat loneliness in veterans who cannot otherwise take care of a pet. A veterans home was gifted a shipment of dogs and ...

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tombot, the robotics company that earned widespread acclaim at CES earlier this year for its lifelike robotic puppy, Jennie, announced today the successful close—and ...

Just like us, our pets are living, breathing beings – just a different species. And that they’re creatures with minds of their own makes it all the more special when they decide to sit by us or spend ...

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Franklin County Dog Shelter Director Kaye Persinger, left, holds shelter dog Sparkles while talking with Ann Valentine, 71, of Columbus. Valentine adopted a dog from the shelter a few years ago. She ...