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Mary Margaret and John Buchwald

Therapy Dogs Cera and Tasha




We and our Dalmatians enjoy the visits we make to area nursing homes and assisted living facilities.






Cera, the eleven year old Liver and White Dalmatian, and five year old Tasha perform a "Little Red Riding Hood" skit, play checkers, jump through hoops and do "Stop, drop and Roll" reminders as part of their Caring Canine presentation. Tasha's clowning always brings smiles. The high point of most visits, though , is when we do one-on-one encounters with our audience and room to room visits in nursing homes. It seems that Cera, especially, senses when someone is in need of a nuzzle or soft fur to stroke.

In addition, we participate in Safetytown demonstrations and our "fire dogs" are often invited to schools in conjunction with Fire Safety Week.

There are many stories we could recount, but we know we and our dogs have helped when we are told, "Thanks so much for coming! I love dogs and miss being with them. You just made my day!" We also remember the little lady in the wheel chair who bent forward and spoke softly to the dogs, smiling and interacting with them. Observing this, the nursing home director told us in amazement, "She hasn't spoken or responded since she has been here!" Once again we observe how pet therapy can make a difference. This is why we are involved.

Tasha and one of the great loves of her life, our son, Scott.

Off duty, Cera and Tasha enjoy sharing a sunbeam with 13 year old "Big Brother" Bo, the Chihuahua.

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