Category Archives: Therapy Dogs

Rescue

Posted on April 2, 2019 by Jackie Hirtz

THIS IS RILEY. HE’S MY SISTER’S DOG. He’s old, gentle, kind, a wonder. “He probably lived his whole life outside,” the rescuer who pulled him from an inland shelter says, “there are signs – his ears, his nails, his teeth.” … Continue reading →

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Therapy Dogs Give Comfort at the Mudslide

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Jackie Hirtz

March 28, 2014 at 2:30 PM Therapy dogs give comfort, raise spirits in aftermath of March 22 mudslide ~ by Hal Bernton and Steve Miletich After the horrible mudslide that hit Darrington, Washington on March 22, volunteers brought their therapy … Continue reading →

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Remembering Lily the Therapy Dog

Posted on November 22, 2012 by Jackie Hirtz
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Two Ways of Thinking About Good Dogs

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Jackie Hirtz

Are good dogs born that way? Or… well, take a look. And about my good dog — I’ve been working hard to train my exuberant, happy puppy to tame her energy and greet people and dogs in a calm manner. … Continue reading →

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Consider This: a Dog as a Personal Physician

Posted on September 20, 2012 by Jackie Hirtz

Elizabeth Landau writes for CNN,   “His name is Valor. He’s half Labrador retriever, half Great Dane, and goes everywhere with Sgt. Charles Hernandez. But Valor is more than a pet — Hernandez considers the dog a personal physician…” Dogs: … Continue reading →

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The Story of Wonder Dog – A Golden Retriever

Posted on February 26, 2012 by Jackie Hirtz

A boy and his dog, but so much more… This New York Times Magazine story by Melissa Fay Greene, is a must-read for anyone involved with animal-assisted therapy or service dogs — Wonder Dog.

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A Great Therapy Dog Story for the New Year

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Jackie Hirtz

Dogs are the ultimate practitioners of mindfulness — of the canine kind. They are grateful for each day, each moment, and that’s where they live, love, share and give back. Dobie is an example. Read his story, it will make … Continue reading →

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Another Great Therapy Dog Story

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Jackie Hirtz

Are dogs intuitive healers? Take a look at look at this from Largo, Florida.

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Airport Dog!

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Jackie Hirtz

As a veteran Delta Society Pet Partner, I’ve seen how a visit from a friendly dog can help soothe an anxious person, bring a moment of joy to someone experiencing sadness, or simply provide a nice break in the midst … Continue reading →

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Congratulations Sheppy!

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Jackie Hirtz

  Shepzel, Dr. Judith Bin-Nun’s youngest Brussels Griffon, passed his Delta Society Pet Partner® evaluation today. Way to go Sheppy! Sheppy now joins his older sisters, Raizel and Ketzel, on the PAC team at UCLA (the wonderful People Animal Connection, … Continue reading →

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