Area dogs on paw parade during Good Sam’s ‘Dog Day of Summer’ event
Residents, tenants and staff of the Good Samaritan Society-Mountain Lake – The Village and The Lodge – had an extra-special “doggone good” day today (Wednesday, August 24), celebrating the “Dog Days of Summer” with their canine guests (and their human handlers).
A visit with a dog provides so much more above and beyond just spending a few minutes with a furry friend. Dogs have the ability to help calm and soothe individuals, lift the spirits of those who are sad and lonely and buoy self-esteem. They also provide a medium for physical touch and.
Most importantly, a canine connection provides unconditional love and acceptance.
Below is a photo gallery from the activity:
“CHARLIE,” left and Carol Harder, right, get to spend some special moments together during “Dog Day” at The Good Samaritan Society-Mountain Lake.
SMILES ALL AROUND for these two. At left, three-and-one-half-year-old miniature pinscher/chihuahua mix “Bruno,” with Dennis Ratzlaff, right.
DOROTHY FAST, RIGHT, appreciates the opportunity to calm the fears of this dachshund, “Penny,” with close attention and loving touches. At left is “Penny’s” human, Coltan.
THIS ST. BERNARD, Roscoe, is only four-months-old. Average weight of a full-grown St. Bernard is between 140-260 pounds. Reaching out to pet the huge – but gentle – beast is Willard Ratzlaff.
THIS PIXIE-SIZE 10-month-old Yorkie, “Max,” is the center of attention for Mildred Quiring, right, and his human, Martha Standerwick, left.
TECHNOLOGY ALLOWS MARCELLA Ewert to whip out her cell phone and snap a photo of a posing Bruno to keep to remember forever.
