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Service dogs train to help veterans suffering with PTSD

Service dogs train to help veterans suffering with PTSD
For the first time, Canine Companions for Independence is specially training dogs to work with veterans who have post-traumatic stress disorder. The pooches learn to turn on lights and gently interrupt a nightmare. (Credit: Newsday / John Paraskevas)
For the first time, Canine Companions for Independence is specially training dogs to work with veterans who have post-traumatic stress disorder. The pooches learn to turn on lights and gently interrupt a nightmare.