The Role of Companion Dogs in the VA Maryland Health Care System Whole Health(y) GeroFit Program
GeroFit is a gym-based exercise program that promotes health and wellness among older sedentary veterans. The aims of the current study were to determine whether providing a companion dog as an alternative to gym-based exercise would similarly affect whole health outcomes. A total of 15 (<i>n&...
Main Authors: | Heidi K. Ortmeyer, Jamie Giffuni, Danielle Etchberger, Leslie Katzel |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-09-01
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Series: | Animals |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/13/19/3047 |
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