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Ugnė and Kuna volunteer as a dog therapy team in Lithuania helping elementary kids and seniors.In this 94th episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I sat down with Ugnė and her amazing rescue dog, Kuna, about their volunteer therapy work in Vilnius, Lithuania through Kaniterapijos asociacija. Ugnė tells us how she transformed Kuna from a reactive shelter pup into a certified Therapy Dog in 2022, ready to bring joy and comfort to those in need with a personal motto of “giving smiles to the ones who need it most.”In this episode, we discuss …How Ugnė’s journey with Kuna began with tackling Kuna’s reactivity to other dogs, a challenge they overcame together.The significant and varied impacts that therapy dogs like Kuna can have, from bringing calmness to children to providing comfort to seniors.How anyone can become involved in Therapy Dog volunteering regardless of their professional background.—I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I do. Give it a watch or a listen and then let me know in the community which part you found the most helpful!—How to get started as a Therapy Dog team:http://freeguide.therapydogtalk.comFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kuniterapijahttps://instagram.com/therapydogtalkEpisode show notes:https://sherrierohde.com/94
Shannon created a Therapy Dog program with her dog Blue and advocates for Therapy Dog welfare.In this 93rd episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Shannon Noonan, where she shared her experiences as a mental health professional, certified professional dog trainer and Therapy Dog handler with her rescued Great Dane Pointer mix, and heart dog, Blue.In this episode, we discuss …How her research showed that Therapy Dogs can have a significant positive impact on people’s mental health.Why it’s important to recognize signs of stress and discomfort in dogs to ensure their well-being and happiness.How dogs, like humans, can change over time, physically or behaviorally and that it’s essential to recognize and respect this.—I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I do. Give it a watch or a listen and then let me know in the community which part you found the most helpful!—How to get started as a Therapy Dog team:http://freeguide.therapydogtalk.comFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/spontondogspeihttps://instagram.com/therapydogtalkEpisode show notes:https://sherrierohde.com/93
Sarah and her Klee Kai Pixel teach us the importance of advocating for your Therapy Dog.In this 92nd episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Sarah and her talkative Klee Kai, Pixel. These two are more than just a therapy team; they’re a dynamic duo that showcases the essence of a handler-dog bond.In this episode, we discuss …Sarah and Pixel’s strong connection that led them down the path of therapy work.Pixel’s interaction with a young hospital patient that demonstrates the profound impact Therapy Dogs can have.The importance of ongoing training, understanding the dog’s needs, and advocating for them.—I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I do. Give it a watch or a listen and then let me know in the community which part you found the most helpful!—How to get started as a Therapy Dog team:http://freeguide.therapydogtalk.comFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/pixelthetherapydog_kleekaihttps://instagram.com/therapydogtalkEpisode show notes: https://sherrierohde.com/92
Estella and her volunteer Therapy Poms work through their own traumas while helping others with theirs.In this 91st episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I talk with Estella about the heartwarming story of her senior Pomeranians, Monti and Finn, and their combined journey of healing and support.In this episode, we discuss …The unique stories behind Monti and Finn becoming registered Therapy Dogs.Estella’s incredible experiences volunteering with her Therapy Poms, especially in the juvenile court system.The necessity of self-care for Therapy Dog handlers, taking from Estella’s own lessons learned from her trauma stories.—I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I do. Give it a watch or a listen and then let me know in the community which part you found the most helpful!—How to get started as a Therapy Dog team:http://freeguide.therapydogtalk.comFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/therapypomshttps://www.instagram.com/findingstrengthofhearthttps://instagram.com/therapydogtalkEpisode show notes:https://sherrierohde.com/91
How Christie’s Golden Retriever Frankie became the first School Therapy Dog in their district.In this 90th episode of Therapy Dog Talk, I talk with Christie about her journey to bringing her son’s Golden Retriever, Frankie, to work with her as the district’s first School Therapy Dog.In this episode, we discuss …What it took to bring Frankie to work as the first School Therapy Dog in their district.How Christie’s son Cash hopes to become a Junior Therapy Dog Handler.Why it’s important to advocate for your dog and how doing so can help others.—I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I do. Give it a watch or a listen and then let me know in the community which part you found the most helpful!—How to get started as a Therapy Dog team:http://freeguide.therapydogtalk.comFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenboy.frankiehttps://instagram.com/therapydogtalkEpisode show notes:https://sherrierohde.com/90