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Want to be a Therapy Dog Handler?
Check out this article from Real Simple to get a bird’s eye view of what it takes!
A Dog Walks into a Nursing Home
I was standing in the turquoise waters on the island of Aruba when a woman walked up next to me. We started to chat and our conversation quickly turned to dogs. She had taken classes to certify her dog as a therapy dog. I looked up and thought to myself…I am half way around the…
Joy of the Visit
We are 5 minutes from the clinic and Lucy begins to whine. She remembers the last time we visited this location and the joy she gave as well as the joy she received. It’s not just for the patients. The visits are for the doctors, nurses, administration, the caretakers and the patients. Now I know…
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Hi, I’m Traci!
Hi, I’m Traci, pictured with Lucy, my Therapy Dogs International (TDI) certified therapy dog. You could say I am crazy about all kinds of dogs! This takes me back to my childhood days. These furry friends were my rock in a home filled with uncertainty. Throughout my life they have touched my heart in so many ways…I am hoping the content of this blog touches yours. Now, being a certified therapy dog handler, I can pass joy on to those that can no longer own dogs of their own due to health or living circumstances. I continue to grow in this field, as I have only been certified for a couple years. I still learn important information everyday. I feel fortunate to share what I learn through petting, cuddling and comforting those I visit. I feel so blessed to be able to share Lucy and these experiences with them. And now with you. Come along with me as I learn, share and grow through the eyes of dogs. It will be amazing!