On May 2, more than a dozen certified therapy dogs visited campus as part of the annual “Pause for Paws” event in front of Kellogg Library.

The campus visit was designed to encourage stressed-out students who are heading into finals week to relax with a bit of canine cuddling.

The foundation that sponsors these college-based events, “Love on a Leash,” started in the early 1980’s by dog obedience instructor Liz Palika. She introduced the thought of pet-provided therapy to schools, hospitals, nursing homes and more. Palika’s intent for “Love on a Leash” was for these therapy pets to brighten someone’s day.