For many people living with anxiety, depression, trauma, or chronic stress, an emotional support animal feels less like a pet and more like a lifeline. Owners often describe feeling calmer, safer, or ...
Janice Dapitan brushes a horse named Maverick during a philanthropy-supported equine therapy program at the Spirit Horse Ranch, Tuesday, July 9, 2024, in Kula, Hawaii. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson) KANAIO ...