A DOGGIE NAMED MAX
About 12 years ago I made the
decision to get a dog. I had been reading about how appropriately trained dogs
were helping care for patients suffering chronic pain, cancer or other
debilitating conditions. Doggies were able to provide calmness, comfort and
emotional support to many of these patients.
So, a 2 ½ month old yellow
lab became part of my life both at home and at the office. Any possible doubt about
my decision, disappeared from my mind after my new friend “Max” met most of the
expectations we had for a therapy dog.
As a young puppy Max
underwent several months of crate training, obedience and therapy schools. My wonderful co-workers helped me so much and
delivered consistency. After all of that, out emerged a wonderful, comforting,
well trained and liked dog.
Max served our patients for
the rest of his privileged life, he provided comfort and attention to so many
people, and yes he was privileged for having been well cared and actually have
added purpose to his comfortable life. I am not a dog lover who fanatically
considers dogs as almost human. Max did teach me a lesson of respect for animals and being responsible for another life.
Max passed from complications
of diabetes and seizures. He was made comfortable and remained working during
the 2 years he lived after his diagnosis.
We now welcome BELLA a sweet
puppy who if lucky, will have the same wonderful life Max had, Her master is
Mr. Dan McLaughlin, PA. She has been coming to the office for over a month now.
Looks very promising.
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