Ruby, a 7-year-old Golden Retriever, enjoys scratches as she comforts students at the Stress Break at the Fireplace Lounge. (Emily Ferguson / The Signpost)Murray, a 7-year-old Golden Retriever, helps relieve the stress of students Alyssa Rogers (left) and Shelby Orr (right). (Emily Ferguson / The Signpost)Brody Peterson, 5, and his mother Kylie (left) enjoy the company of Tosca, a Briard, and her owner Nona Horsley (right). (Emily Ferguson / The Signpost)