Levi’s Love: The Adventures of My Therapy Dog and My Friend

More to follow…..Levi, a 7 year old Boston Terrier, has been my hospice dog for over a year, bringing Joy to so many people he meets. We also visit an assisted living senior residential complex – he brings smiles, laughter and sometimes tears to the lives of many seniors. When they invite him, he will sit with them in their wheelchair, and snuggle in their lap…they both love it! “My Friend” and I have been bestfriends for over 40 years – she is the Godmother of my Kindergarten teacher son. She is a courageous woman, and was recently diagnosed with inoperable brain cancer. She received 10 consecutive days of radiation at UCDavis Medical Center. Levi and I accompanied her on several of these sessions. Levi never left her side (or lap) during her sometimes 3 hour appointments, except when the Huge radiation machines were doing their work, and we waited behind leaded walls for safety. The moment it was OK, Levi rushed to her side, and my friend cried tears of comfort and safety, and Levi covered her with kisses and love. The medical staff and Doctors at UCDMC have been keenly aware of the value of Levi’s presence, and have welcomed Levi into the waiting rooms, radiation rooms and examinations rooms. Dr. Lau, my friend’s oncologist, also welcomed Levi into his very small office with my friend. Dr. Lau commented, “How wonderful you have 2 unconditional frirends with you, I can feel them giving you courage and strength during this frightening time”.

May we ALL have the opportunity for this kind of unconditional love and support…in good times and other times…The Gift of “The Animal Human Bond”. The Animal Human Bond is available for us ALL! Honor our Friendships with People and Animals, and help provide this incredible Gift of ….People and Animals Collaborating Kindness….Please support PACKSrescue…any way possible. We treasure your support and comments.

Thank you….Levi and Friends!

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