Raymond Houle Jr., 80, was terribly lonely after moving into a veterans’ home in Bristol, R.I. Pets weren’t allowed and he really missed the 14-year-old cat he had to give up. His mood began to ...

Just like us, our pets are living, breathing beings – just a different species. And that they’re creatures with minds of their own makes it all the more special when they decide to sit by us or spend ...

“Jennie” was created to bring comfort and support to the 300+ million seniors struggling with dementia or mild cognitive impairment SANTA CLARITA, CA, UNITED ...

They might not be the cuddliest creatures, but robotic pets may be one answer to the loneliness epidemic in older adults. Companion robotic pets reduced depression, anxiety, and loneliness in women ...

"Jennie" is a product of the company Tombot. Tom Stevens started the business after his mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's and her beloved dog had to be taken away. "My mom was devastated, so I ...

For a dementia patient, holding a robotic dog or cat can provide soothing moments in the life of a person whose loss of memory and other mental faculties is interfering with daily life. “When given to ...

Elephant Robotics's MarsCat, the world's first bionic pet cat, is designed to serve as a robotic companion for homes, educational purposes, and research. Unlike traditional pets, MarsCat is entirely ...

Have you ever wondered how it feels to have a loyal companion like our dog? Well, if you have no such real thing, Tombot can still provide a true friend for your mental health thanks to Jennie, an ...

FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (7News) — Kids at Horizon Day Camp in Fairfax, Virginia got a special delivery of 75 robotic pet ducks to help pediatric patients and their siblings reduce anxiety during cancer ...