Based on the extensive research involving 37 youth, the study found that
the boys in the program demonstrated gains in a crucial area of functioning --
positive social behavior, including bonding and attachment."
Among those benefiting from "New Leash on Life" is 16-year-old C. Dunsford, who has spoken and written extensively on the subject of pet
nutrition and care, cites studies that suggest certain nutrients play a role
in brain function and learning capabilities.

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The following are general rules of thumb established by DAD'S Pet Care for
healthy pet nutrition and lifestyle:
* Feed an appropriate life-stage diet according to body condition
* Ensure that the pet has adequate opportunity for exercise
* Learn proper training in basic commands
* Follow a proper routine for veterinary care
* Monitor the amount and type of treats being offered
* Never feed table scraps -- especially raw meats and chicken bones

Most importantly, don't be afraid to reward your pet for being such a good
companion , just be smart about knowing how much of a seemingly good thing can
be too much.

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Over a three-year period, CBRYC staff members worked with The Iams Company
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To set up an interview or for more information about the New Leash on Life
Pet Therapy Research, contact Andy Halperin at (402) 965-4340 or
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According to Charlene Cordo, the certified pet dog trainer and CBRYC
therapist in charge of "New Leash on Life," the program has enrolled more than
220 boys and 230 dogs since its inception in 1995 and has been featured by
such national news media as NBC Nightly News and Animal Planet.com, or Pam Avery at (303) 807-1797 or
pavery@bozelljacobs. For more information , visit http://www.

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The program matches unwanted
dogs from area animal shelters with CBRYC youth who care for and train the
dogs for 10 weeks prior to placement in adoptive homes." Caring for Noah helped
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Other health problems such as diabetes, bone and joint
weakness and even coronary complications can be attributed to poor nutrition.

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The
study addressed whether participants in the "New Leash on Life" program,
compared to a control group of other CBRYC youth, show changes in their
levels of:

1) positive social interactions;
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He said the addition of nutrients such as carnitine
found in DAD'S Lean + Fit dog food can also be used to safely enhance the
effectiveness of the diet.

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"While many have speculated that caring for animals is a beneficial
therapy, this is among the first studies to document what we had witnessed
first-hand," CBRYC President Chuck Thompson said . After 10 weeks in the
program, Noah was placed in a loving adoptive home. More than a quarter of the dogs and cats in the
Western World are overweight, says pet nutrition expert, Bart Dunsford , Ph.dadspetcare.

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"The CBRYC study is building upon a knowledge base of evidence that
animal -assisted therapy is something to be taken seriously," CSU Assistant
Professor of Social Work Robert Seiz said.

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diets that are often higher in fiber, giving the pet a feeling of being full
due to the added bulk.
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named the abused miniature poodle he trained "Noah., Poor nutrition that leads to
obesity is just as much of a health problem among our live-in animal friends
as it is for us humans.
He warns that poor nutrition and a pet diet deficient in several needed
vitamins, fatty acids, and amino acids can cause a pet to be lethargic or
appear depressed.

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"This study reflects the importance of that special relationship between
people and their pets," said Connie McKamey, manager of corporate
contributions for The Iams Company.
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, Backed by a three-year grant from
The Iams Company, CBR YouthConnect (formerly Colorado Boys Ranch) and Colorado
State University have released a groundbreaking study showing that severely
troubled youth who worked with dogs in an innovative pet therapy program,
called "New Leash on Life," demonstrated significant improvement in social
behavior.
All adoptable dogs that have completed the "New Leash on Life" program can
be found online at http://www.
"Pet obesity is brought under control by reducing the consumption of empty
calories found in too many treats or table scraps, not by cutting back on
nutritious food," said Dunsford, pet nutrition scientist for DAD'S Pet
Care, http://www.

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The boys also
indicated that they felt responsible for the dogs -- a characteristic of
growing maturity.

CBR YouthConnect (formerly Colorado Boys Ranch) is a nationally accredited
residential treatment facility that provides mental health services and
accredited education to at-risk youth, ages 10 to 21, from across the United
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'New Leash on Life' Certified Dog Trainer/Therapist Available for Interview

LA JUNTA, Colo. "Animal-assisted therapy
augments the highly customized psychiatric and educational treatment plan we
design for each CBRYC youth.org.