Unleashed Curiosity: Dog & Cat Health, Nutrition & Vet Advice by Vital Pet Life · Episode 17 · September 23, 2025 · 24 min
Tails of Connection: ft. Karen Stevens from Therapy Dogs of America
In this episode of Unleashed Curiosity, Dr. Amber Da Silva, DVM welcomes Karen Lee Stevens, Founder of Therapy Dogs of America. A lifelong Santa Barbara native, Karen has spent the past six years sharing the calming presence of therapy dogs in schools, senior care facilities, and community organizations. Together, they explore the journey behind Therapy Dogs of America, the impact of its programs like Wag Well - which helps children build empathy and emotional awareness - and the important role volunteers and their dogs play in bringing comfort and connection to communities. Karen also shares heartwarming stories that highlight why this work matters so deeply, along with insights into what makes a great therapy dog. Whether you're curious about therapy work, considering training your own dog, or simply love hearing about the ways animals change lives, this conversation will leave you inspired. 🐾❤️ #TherapyDogsOfAmerica #KarenLeeStevens #WagWell #TherapyDogs #DrAmberDVM ❤️ Connect with us: ᐧ Facebook - facebook.com/vitalpetlife ᐧ TikTok: @vitalpetlife ᐧ Instagram: @vitalpetlife ᐧ X: @vitalpetlife ᐧ YouTube: @vitalpetlife ᐧ Check out our website - www.vitalpetlife.com 💙 Connect with our guest, Karen Lee Stevens of Therapy Dogs of America: ᐧ Website: http://therapydogsamerica.org/ ᐧ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapydogsofamerica ᐧ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TherapyDogsSB You may also enjoy: Breaking It Down with Dr. Amber - Importance of Vital Hip & Joint for Dogs and Cats https://smartlink.ausha.co/unleashedcuriosity/breaking-it-down-with-dr-amber-importance-of-vital-hip-joint-for-dogs-and-cats Music: "Life of Riley" by Kevin MacLeod (CC BY 4.0) Don't forget to follow us or send us your questions at [email protected] . Thank you for tuning in! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.