12-07-2015, 09:57 AM
Well, I have to mention something about when I took our dog to visit my husband. He was very glad to see Toby, but I always noticed that Toby was never quite 'himself' after a visit. He seemed a little bit 'down'. I would always take him for a walk afterwards, but it took him some time to shake it off. I think he understood and sensed what was happening and found it difficult.
I have heard that a therapy pet, or one who visits the sick in hospices etc...has to be born not made. Some dogs just find it all too much, and are sensitive. But some are very happy to do that work.
It never seemed to upset Misty when we visited the hospice. That might have been different of course if she had been visiting a very close family member -like myself or someone she lived with every day.
Even from the animals' point of view it is a complex issue and can be very emotional.
I have heard that a therapy pet, or one who visits the sick in hospices etc...has to be born not made. Some dogs just find it all too much, and are sensitive. But some are very happy to do that work.
It never seemed to upset Misty when we visited the hospice. That might have been different of course if she had been visiting a very close family member -like myself or someone she lived with every day.
Even from the animals' point of view it is a complex issue and can be very emotional.
