Re: Pet Therapy

[Mary Wright]

Louise,   I can check at work tomorrow about a pet policy. We have had several dogs and it hasn't been a piece of cake. They need to be walked, let in and out, fed, etc. The best way that has worked for us which we are doing at the present time is one of the employees has a black cocker spaniel that comes in with her in the morning and leaves with her in the afternoon and she assumes the responsibility of getting the dog in and out through out the day. We also have cockatiel's in cages (loud call) doves in cages ( an ok species) finches in cages (quiet chirp) love birds in cages, (another ok species) and a cat that has settled in nicely that we got as a small kitten. Cats are easier than dogs in my opinion.  Geez! some residents feel that animals are dirty and don't want to be anywhere near them--thank heavens that dogs and cats sense this and will usually steer clear of those residents. If you send me a fax # I can fax it to you tomorrow or Monday and good luck with what ever you choose. Sincerely, Mary Wright   ----- Original Message ----- From: Louise Corlew To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2004 1:05 PM Subject: Pet Therapy Does anyone have a policy on Pet Therapy they are willing to share.  I have no written policy regarding visiting pets, ie: especially large pets, a St Bernard or friendly large dogs.  I need some help from the group on this issue.