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  • Sunday Dog, Boomerang – Doctor of Therapy!

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    I didn’t know that a dog could actually become a doctor, but after meeting Boomerang, I’m convinced that this little guy really knows his stuff!

    At just six years old, he’s already an experienced, certified Therapy Dog with a very busy schedule. Dr. Boomerang sees psychiatric and heart patients at Tufts, holds individual therapy sessions at nearby schools, and stops to see residents of an assisted living facility – where he’s a BIG favorite.

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    It’s not surprising that a Miniature Schnauzer has found such success in this vital and demanding profession. The breed is often described as intelligent, alert, and friendly – all qualities you’d expect in a good doctor. Throw in spirited, obedient, and fearless, and they’re also traits that make for a loving companion.

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    Whenever Boomerang is not making rounds, this energetic terrier loves to wind down by going for a walk. And, there’s nothing better after a long stroll than a treat, or two!

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    We love your technique, Boomerang! That has to be worth extra.

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    Thanks for the smiles, Boomerang, they’re just what the doctor ordered. You really are a great Therapy Dog!

    More photos of Boomerang and many of our other Sunday Dogs are available for purchase as prints or on merchandise over in our photo galleries on Smugmug.

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

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  • Thanks to the Comfort and Therapy Dogs

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    Thank you to all the comfort and therapy dog teams who came to Boston to help in the healing process.

    The crew in the photo above is from The Good Dog Foundation’s Disaster Response division. They deployed seven certified therapy dog teams to Boston to aid in the healing process of victims, first responders, and residents. Here's their report on their visit to Boston. They will be sending additional teams here throughout the month of May.

    Along the way, we also saw some beautiful Golden Retrievers from the Lutheran Church Charities’ K-9 Comfort Dogs. They were here at the request of the First Lutheran Church on Berkeley Street in the Back Bay. You can read about their time in our city here.

    Amy McCullough, national director of animal-assisted therapy for the American Humane Society, was interviewed on Boston.com. She explained how important this type of therapy can be in situations like the Marathon bombings. She and her dog Bailey were here partnering with Tufts Paws for People. 

    If you know of, or were part of, another group that has served the people of Boston, please add a comment below or send us an email
    and we'll add a link to update our thank you list.

    And, remember, all of these groups are non-profits and can use your donations to make sure they are ready to travel the next time they are needed. You can find links for donations on their websites.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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  • Thanks to the Comfort and Therapy Dogs

    CHE_6372 - Version 22013-04-27- goog dog foundation-comfort dogs-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Thank you to all the comfort and therapy dog teams who came to Boston to help in the healing process.

    The crew in the photo above is from The Good Dog Foundation’s Disaster Response division. They deployed seven certified therapy dog teams to Boston to aid in the healing process of victims, first responders, and residents. Here's their report on their visit to Boston. They will be sending additional teams here throughout the month of May.

    Along the way, we also saw some beautiful Golden Retrievers from the Lutheran Church Charities’ K-9 Comfort Dogs. They were here at the request of the First Lutheran Church on Berkeley Street in the Back Bay. You can read about their time in our city here.

    Amy McCullough, national director of animal-assisted therapy for the American Humane Society, was interviewed on Boston.com. She explained how important this type of therapy can be in situations like the Marathon bombings. She and her dog Bailey were here partnering with Tufts Paws for People. 

    If you know of, or were part of, another group that has served the people of Boston, please add a comment below or send us an email
    and we'll add a link to update our thank you list.

    And, remember, all of these groups are non-profits and can use your donations to make sure they are ready to travel the next time they are needed. You can find links for donations on their websites.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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    Therapy dogs to offer comfort after Boston bombings
    Therapy dogs travel to Boston to offer comfort
    The awww-some therapy dogs who went from Newtown to Boston get love on social media
    Therapy Dogs Arrive in Boston to Comfort Survivors of Marathon Bombing

  • Thanks to the Comfort and Therapy Dogs

    CHE_6372 - Version 22013-04-27- goog dog foundation-comfort dogs-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Thank you to all the comfort and therapy dog teams who came to Boston to help in the healing process.

    The crew in the photo above is from The Good Dog Foundation’s Disaster Response division. They deployed seven certified therapy dog teams to Boston to aid in the healing process of victims, first responders, and residents. Here's their report on their visit to Boston. They will be sending additional teams here throughout the month of May.

    Along the way, we also saw some beautiful Golden Retrievers from the Lutheran Church Charities’ K-9 Comfort Dogs. They were here at the request of the First Lutheran Church on Berkeley Street in the Back Bay. You can read about their time in our city here.

    Amy McCullough, national director of animal-assisted therapy for the American Humane Society, was interviewed on Boston.com. She explained how important this type of therapy can be in situations like the Marathon bombings. She and her dog Bailey were here partnering with Tufts Paws for People. 

    If you know of, or were part of, another group that has served the people of Boston, please add a comment below or send us an email
    and we'll add a link to update our thank you list.

    And, remember, all of these groups are non-profits and can use your donations to make sure they are ready to travel the next time they are needed. You can find links for donations on their websites.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

    Related articles
    Therapy dogs to offer comfort after Boston bombings
    Therapy dogs travel to Boston to offer comfort
    The awww-some therapy dogs who went from Newtown to Boston get love on social media
    Therapy Dogs Arrive in Boston to Comfort Survivors of Marathon Bombing

  • Sunday Dog, George Wants to Say Hi…

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    All together now, “Hi, George!” It’s the first thing I find myself saying anytime this friendly, good-natured, easy-going guy walks by. There’s no doubt in my mind that if he could have formed the words, he would have said it first. Just look at that face!

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    It’s easy to understand why George is such a popular figure in his Boston neighborhood– he never has a bad word to say about anyone. If you’re having an off day, he has the uncanny ability to sniff out that hidden smile. No doubt a quality that’s also helped him become a registered visiting therapy dog.

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    At seven-and-a-half, this handsome Golden Retriever stays in shape by walking to work with one of his very close human friends.

    George has lived with his family ever since he was three. His people, who found him with the help of Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue in Hudson MA, say, “He’s like their poster dog. He’s such a great dog!”

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    We couldn’t agree more. See you soon, George. And, thanks for agreeing to star as this week’s Sunday Dog.

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

    Details:
    Words: Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often those add a great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you.