Paws & Reflect Rainbow Therapy Dogs
Paws & Reflect Pet Therapy Dogs are volunteers that visit Alliance Community Hospital and Community Care Center on a weekly basis. Our dogs come in all shapes and sizes—big and small and everything in between! Whether a purebred or a mixed breed, each dog has a unique personality. All of the dogs have been certified through Therapy Dogs International, Inc., the parent organization of Rainbow Therapy Dogs, Inc. All of the dogs are also covered by TDI’s insurance policy.
Meet Our Dogs
Bandit is a Bichon Frise. His first love is treats and his second love is people! He really enjoys visiting people at ACH! Bandit’s owner is Shannon Sommers.
Bear is a 5-pound, long-haired Chihuahua. He loves to visit patients in his Harley Davidson gear, riding on his remote-controlled motorcycle. Bear is a national "Planetree Spirit of Caring" award winner. Bear’s owner is Ruth DeFranco.
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Blitz is a plush-coated German Shepherd. In addition to her work as a therapy dog, she has been trained as an assistance dog. Because of all of her training, Blitz is generally all business. Her family considers her a wonder dog. She even seems to know what you are thinking! Blitz’s owners are Jim and Charlene Akenhead.
Journey is an Alaskan Malamute. She is an excellent ambassador for the breed. For her size she is extremely gentle. She likes visiting patients, staff and the birds at the hospital. Journey’s owners are Jim and Charlene Akenhead.
Scully is a Border Collie who has been a therapy dog for over 5 years. Scully loves visiting with people at area nursing homes and hospitals. She usually has a big smile for all her human friends! Scully’s owner is Diane Riley.
Spot is a Terrier mix. He is a wheaten/grizzled color and weighs 22 lbs. Spot was formerly a 4-H dog and passed his Utility test. He became a Therapy dog in 2001. Spot enjoys agility, tracking, playing and taking walks. He loves to announce his arrival to tell everyone that "Spot is here!" Friends call him "Spotless" because he has no spots. Spot’s owner is Donna Fauss.