Inclusion Criteria:  Patients who have had a stroke (embolic or hemorrhagic) Patients actively being seen in the rehabilitation unit Patients aged 18 years or older Patients who are able and willing to give informed consent Patients who are able to speak English Patients who are able to complete questionnaires Patients who have no fear or allergy of dogs  Exclusion Criteria:  Individuals who decline to participate in the study Individuals who have not suffered a stroke Individuals who are not willing or able to go through therapy sessions at least three times a week Individuals that are severely allergic to or fearful of dogs Individuals who are unable to speak English or complete the study questionnaires