Because sometimes the best therapy has four legs.

Healing Paws, Healing Hearts

At Holistic by Nature, we believe healing happens on many levels. Therapy dogs offer comfort, reduce stress, and create a calming environment that helps clients feel safe and supported. Their unconditional love and gentle presence can ease anxiety, lift mood, and make it easier to open up during sessions.

Our therapy dogs remind us that sometimes the simplest connection—a wagging tail or a quiet cuddle—can be deeply healing.

Meet Alora – Our Beloved ESA Toy Poodle

Alora is a cherished member of the Holistic by Nature team and serves as an Emotional Support Animal (ESA). This sweet Toy Poodle has a gentle, intuitive nature and a calming presence that clients immediately feel when they meet her.

She loves greeting visitors with warmth and affection, often bringing comfort during sessions. Alora has a natural ability to sense when someone needs extra support, offering quiet companionship and unconditional love. Her presence helps create a safe, nurturing environment where healing and relaxation can take place.

Outside of her role at Holistic by Nature, Alora enjoys cozy naps, playful moments, and being close to the people she loves. She embodies the spirit of compassion, reminding us all of the healing power of connection and unconditional care.

Meet Koopa

Hi, my name is Koopa! I’m one of HBN’s new therapy dogs in training. I am 7 months old.

I have anxiety sometimes. Maybe you do too! I express my anxiety with my big strong voice. I might use a big bark to tell you “I am nervous!”

Ms. Destiny rescued me from a scary place, and sometimes I see people that remind me of that place. If that happens, I may use my voice and bark — WOOF! I will NOT BITE. This is called “fear reactivity.” It’s like a puppy’s version of anxiety!

If I do use my voice, my mommy will correct me and bring me to a quiet place to decompress. If you feel comfortable, you are welcome to introduce yourself to me after this happens. She will come back and give you treats, and you can sit with me while I sniff you to introduce ourselves.

I do not mean to be scary, but I understand if I seem that way. I am doing training to communicate my anxiety in a better way. Please excuse me while I navigate this with my mom.

I can’t wait to meet you!