Ready to relax? You’ve made it halfway through the Fall semester, but its no surprise if you’re tired, sleepy, and a bit ditzy. You might have even changed to the college diet and the staples of microwave food and caffeine.
But, there’s one sure fix to any lazy day for a study-a-holic. Take a four-legged approach. On Monday night, October 21st, students clamored into the Fickes residence hall to see therapy dogs from Animal Friends. These furry friends helped students settle down from their busy lives. Petting. Hugs. Smiles. Many studies suggest that pets can help lower cholesterol, decrease obesity and anxiety, and increase socialization. But, don’t take that at face value. You have to experience it outside of the cage. For these therapy dogs, all paws are off.