Students get stress-relieving cuddle-puppy day on campus

It comes as research published in Japan suggests pictures of cute things like puppies or kittens can help improve concentration levels and performance. Gordon Trevett, from the University’s Centre for Sport, Exercise and Health, and also a Warden at the Hiatt Baker Hall of residence, read about a similar event last year and wanted to bring the puppy love to Bristol with the help of the charity Guide Dogs. He said: “Every year I see students fretting about their exams and I thought this would be a great way to ease the stress and take their minds off it.