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A Sense of Normalcy

Relaxation is one of the biggest benefits for anyone engaging with a Therapy Dog.  Here Cora shows how easily it can be done.


Visiting with Cora who is a member of the Caring Canines program at Mayo brings one big factor into the picture, "a sense of normalcy".
That was evident yesterday when Cora met with a young boy waiting outside radiation for his Mom to finish her treatment.  His face quickly broke out into a smile when Cora and I walked into the waiting area.  Hesitant but with a young boys curiosity he approached us.  Cora's tail was wagging like a metronome, knowing that she would have an opportunity to play with this youngster.  It only took a few seconds for the boy to relax and kneel down with Cora on the floor for some "one on one" boy to dog talk.   Out came the piano and Cora showed off her musical skills to boys giggles.  "High five" was a sure hit as she repeatedly raised her paw to meet his little hand.   When his mother arrived after treatment she smiled and thanked us for keeping her son company and giving him a reason to laugh during her visit today.  Small gesture on our part, but a huge impact on a Mother and young son.  Good job Cora!

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