Newest Addition: Therapy Dog?

     Our newest addition to our family, Dacie, has been an eye opener. She was given to us by a family who turned out to be allergic to her. She is a pure bred Labrador Retriever with an awesome temperament. At just 7 months old, she was very calm, loved everyone and every animal, had a healthy curiosity and was not easily scared. I then realized that she would be a great therapy dog, so my research began.

     As it turned out, she had already been through obedience school, was spayed and up to date on shots. The first requirements were met. However, she cannot be temperament tested until she reaches one year of age. We're now at 9 months and counting. We have made an effort to continue socializing her, taking her to pet friendly stores and to friends' homes to meet new people and animals. So far, she has done amazingly well!

     Our local Love on a Leash group meets monthly at the library for children's reading and also visits schools, The Cancer Center and many other events and locations. If you're interested in more information or want to find a therapy dog group near you, check out this website.