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Therapy Dogs Visit Mansfield Hospital Patients

Therapy dogs are now wandering the halls of Methodist Mansfield Medical Center.

The dogs and their handlers spend two hours on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays bringing smiles and comfort to patients.

The four-legged friends also reduce stress levels and help physicians, nurses, students and family members relax.

The dogs are highly trained registered therapy dogs that are utilized from Pet Partners.

"Being in the hospital is a stressful time. Patients are usually here in a time of crisis or a time of great need, and so there is a certain amount of comfort that can only be brought by a visit with a dog," said program director Laura Sweatt.

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