Studies are also underway evaluating therapeutic gene transfer approaches to treat cardiac and skeletal muscle dysfunction in X-linked muscular dystrophy golden retriever dogs. (vcvrc.com)
Melanie has worked with several therapy dog organizations in the Atlanta area, including Dreamworkers, Inc., Happy Tails, Therapy Dogs International, Therapy Dogs, Inc., and R.E.A.D.. For the R.E.A.D. program, Melanie takes her own golden retriever dogs into nursing homes, schools, and rehabilitation centers. (karenpryoracademy.com)
For the past 15 years she has been the owner and trainer of Loveline Golden Retrievers, breeding and, more recently, training therapy / assistant - quality golden retriever dogs. (karenpryoracademy.com)