Robots could replace real therapy dogs (VIDEO) University of Portsmouth This video is under embargo. Please login to access this video. Caption Robotic animals could be the 'pawfect' replacement for our real-life furry friends, a new study published today by the University of Portsmouth has found. Credit University of Portsmouth Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.