Much Appreciated

I have to say that I truly enjoy the smiles and kind words of appreciation for what my pet and I are doing. – Darlene Rogers (Compassionate Care Hospice)

Therapy for the Whole Family

These visiting hours were primarily personal as Barley and I were spending time with my father-in-law.  Barley, of course, was happy to greet other residents as well.  She certainly provided much needed therapy for our whole family. – Kathleen...

Joyous Dog Days of Summer

We did the "Doggie Days of Summer" with Freedom Village Retirement Community in their Remembrance Wing during the month of August.  Our Pet Therapy teams went every Thursday afternoon to spend with all the residents to celebrate dogs.  The facility...

Treats for Pups and Patients Alike

They loved seeing Casey and Casey loved visiting them!  One gentleman would race to his room in his wheelchair when he saw us coming so he could get a cup full of treats for Casey.  It was a wonderful experience for both of us! –...

Teamwork

Hello, I am in 11th grade at Cab Calloway School of the Arts and Ms. Elisabeth's helper. Tramp is my dog, part of a team with my mom (Tracy Harder) at Kirkwood. I sign in and out the children who read to the dogs, help set up and clean up, handle the nametags,...