Canine Greeters in dental offices can be comforting for some dog-loving patients. In my travels, I have seen a few “staff” dogs in dental offices. They look like dogs with jobs, making sure everyone is in the right place, greeting clients and providing a distraction from pain and stress. They seem to sense when there is a need.
Here, in Victoria I have met Lucy, a labradoodle, who is an official staff member at Academy Dental. She takes her job seriously and patients also enjoy watching her play ball on the side lawn.
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Therapy dogs have been used in many care centres in recent years. It might be a good idea to certify your dog through SPCA in an Animal Assisted Therapy program. The dog should be calm and friendly.