Meet the therapy dogs helping out in schools, nursing homes and hospitals.

When Terry Gallogly trained her first therapy dogs, she had a simple goal: to bring joy to her little niece.   In 2016, she started the nonprofit Therapy Dogs of Long Island, which now brings certified dogs to people with physical or mental health challenges at private homes, schools and senior care facilities, in addition to hospitals.    Animal-assisted therapy has been shown to help with psychological well-being in some studies, including for people in long-term care.   See how these sweet dogs are lifting spirits by following the link to read more. READ MORE! Get the TODAY Mobile App Follow TODAY Privacy Unsubscribe