SJA Therapy Dog Program of North Bay

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For nearly two decades, St. John Ambulance’s Therapy Dogs have been boosting spirits across Canada.

Therapy Dogs go into community settings where people can pet them, cuddle them, talk to them, spend time with them, and be unconditionally loved by them.

05/20/2023

Discovery Routes is now accepting donations for the 2023 ReCycle Bikes Program. Bikes can be dropped off at Laurentian Ski Hill's Lower Lodge at 701-991 Ski Club Road in North Bay on Wednesdays from 3-6pm in May and June. Cash donations and volunteers are also needed.

Find out more: https://discoveryroutes.ca/projects/recycle-bikes/

Municipality of West Nipissing - Municipalité de Nipissing Ouest The Municipality of Callander Municipality of East Ferris Municipality of Powassan The City of North Bay

01/28/2022

Dexter - RIP August 2009 – January 2022

Dexter the little shih-tzu has crossed over the rainbow bridge at the age of 12 years old. He was one of our most dedicated SJA-Therapy Dogs and has been with the program for several years, starting out in Barrie, Ontario and then moved to North Bay. He was one of those dogs that people loved instantly, he knew how to bring joy to everyone he met. Dexter had the most adorable bark which sounded like a cackle, it made people laugh. Dexter was always excited to see the students at Nipissing University and Canadore College, and always enjoyed visiting the senior residence at the retirement homes and visiting the Sturgeon hospital. If you were having a hard day, Dexter made it all go away. He loved the attention and being a therapy dog he knew just what to do. Dexter’s love of visiting people was more than therapy dog work, to him it was a job because making people happy also made him happy, it was fun. Dexter was the best at mentoring and introducing new dogs to the SJA-TD program. He devoted hours to assisting and making sure the new dogs and owners knew what to do and how to do it. If additional visits were requested or for special events, Dexter was always there willing to step up to the task. He was that dog that could fit in anywhere and we knew we could count on him and his owner Luc to be there. They accomplished so much as a team putting in several hours a week, way more than any other team. Dexter was unique in his own special way and will be missed by all.

Dexter leaves behind his son DJ (another little dog who is a natural for helping people). And most of all he leaves behind his owner Luc, who is heartbroken over such a difficult loss.

Run free Dexter, run free.

01/16/2022

In Memory of HOLLY (16 Dec 2007 - 31 Dec 2021)

It is with great sadness to let you know that Holly has crossed over the rainbow bridge. She past away peacefully at home just two weeks after turning 14 years old. Holly was one of the first SJA-Therapy Dogs of the North Bay chapter, which her humans were instrumental in starting. Holly never met a stranger, everyone was a friend. She was a happy go lucky girl and brought so much joy to all. Even in retirement she continued to work her magic of bring joy and happiness to everyone. Holly was truly loved and she will be missed.

Rest in peace.

Mary Lou & Farley

12/18/2021

It is sad to seen another wonderful SJA-Therapy Dog team leave the program. Jackie and her pup Stella have decided to retire from the program. Thank you very much for your dedication over the past years. You will be missed. (Picture of Jackie and Stella).

08/10/2021

Do you need to worry about citronella negatively affecting your dog? The short answer is your dog probably shouldn't come into contact with any citronella product, but it's a little complicated. Here's what you should know.

06/03/2021

PROTECT YOUR PET'S PAWS

Attention pet owners! Please be conscious of the asphalt or sidewalk temperature when you are walking your pets. Asphalt, especially on a sunny day, can get very hot and burn, as pictured below. We are happy to see people walking their pets in town, through all four seasons of the reasons to be residing in, or visiting our beautiful downtown core, and we encourage everyone to do so with their pet’s comfort and safety in mind.

Before you reach for the leash consider these simple tips:
• Check the pavement before your walk. Place your hand or bare foot on the pavement for five seconds. If it’s too hot for your skin, then it’s most likely too hot for your pet.
• Walk during cooler times of the day. Avoid taking walks during the hottest time of the day. Instead, opt for walks in the early morning and late evening when the pavement is cooler.
• Keep midday walks short and shady. If you’re taking your pet out during the day, be sure to keep walks short. Choose a route with lots of shade and grass patches.
• Skip the asphalt entirely and choose to walk your dog strictly on grass or hiking trails.
• Consider outfitting your dog’s paws with booties to help keep the heat from burning their tootsies.
• If you have a longer adventure planned, be sure to bring water and take frequent breaks.

05/17/2021

The number of bikes on our roads continues to rise. CAA offers helpful resources to make the roads safer for everyone.

03/26/2021

today is ? This wonderful initiative was started to raise awareness about worldwide. We invite you to wear purple today to show your support for this great cause. Learn more here:
www.purpleday.org/

03/08/2021

Sad day....I just received a message from a Volunteer stating that she and her Pup are retiring from the program. I would like to wish Debbie and Jewel all the best after 15 years of dedication and service to the St John Ambulance Therapy Dog program. Debbie was instrumental in laying the ground work that established the North Bay chapter of the St John Ambulance Therapy Dog program. When Debbie first started the chapter with her dog Wagon-Rosie (who has sense passed on) who was a wonderful ambassador to the program. Jewel is Debbie's second dog in the program, who is loved for her energy and soft caring demeanor. Thank you very much for your dedication in initiating the program here in North Bay and for your15 years of service. You will be missed. (Picture of Jewel and her little sister Grace).

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