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A Jack Russell Named Dex Becomes A Therapy Dog
Dex the Jack Russell dog had always been a playful and energetic pup. But as he grew older, his owner noticed that he had a calming effect on people. It was then that she decided to train him to become a therapy dog.
Dex took to his new role with enthusiasm, and soon he was visiting hospitals and nursing homes, bringing joy and comfort to patients and residents alike. But his true calling came when he began visiting schools to help children with anxiety and stress.
At first, the children were hesitant around Dex. But his gentle demeanor and wagging tail soon won them over. They loved petting him and playing with him, and before long, they were opening up to him about their fears and worries.
Dex's owner had trained him to respond to certain cues, so when a child was feeling anxious or stressed, Dex would nuzzle up to them and offer comfort. He would lick their hand or lay his head on their lap, and the children would feel instantly better.
Over time, Dex became a regular visitor at several schools in the area. The children looked forward to his visits, and many of them began to see him as a friend and confidant.
One day, a little girl named Emily approached Dex and whispered something in his ear. Dex cocked his head to one side, as if he understood her. Then he licked her hand and snuggled up to her.
Later that day, Emily's teacher pulled Dex's owner aside and told her what had happened. Emily had been struggling with anxiety for months, and had refused to talk to anyone about it. But after spending time with Dex, she had finally opened up about her fears.
Dex's owner was overjoyed. This was exactly what she had hoped for when she trained Dex to become a therapy dog. She knew that he had a special gift for connecting with people, and she was grateful that he could use that gift to help others.
From that day forward, Dex continued to visit schools and help children with anxiety and stress. He became a beloved fixture in the community, and his owner was proud of the impact he was making on people's lives.
As for Dex himself, he was just happy to be doing what he loved most: bringing joy and comfort to those around him.
