Roxy - The BorderCollie

Roxy - The BorderCollie Born with no eyes, Roxy The Border Collie looks at the world with her heart. She inspires me daily. Could I show her what the world was about? Roxy rescued me.

Roxy was the runt of her litter, born with no eyes her future looked dim. Most defective dogs would be disposed of or discarded in a ditch somewhere. Roxy won my heart at such a young age, but could I help her in life? Would I be a suitable person to take care of a Special Needs Dog? Very quickly I learned that Roxy was showing me A life lesson and showing me what life was all about. Unconditional love proving to me the world is about abilities and not disabilities! Roxy has shown me to be fearless in this world, and that we can do ANY THING. Roxy guides me to believe in myself and that everything is possible, if you want it! Roxy is independent, loving, has graduated from agility, obedience as well is proving to be a remarkable Therapy Dog. She brings out the best in others when we visit Special Needs Classrooms or Nursing Homes. When others learn that Roxy is blind, they frown and say "Poor Thing”. Within minutes of being with her, the frown turn into smiles and the attitude that do anything is evident! This wee little 30Lb Border collie has shown me many things in life and continues to amaze me. I am no super hero for rescuing Roxy; she is the hero in her own story. She is the best little package that has ever come into my life, a real gift that I will cherish forever. She has a lifetime of teaching me new things, seeing the world through her heart. I am so grateful that she is in my life♡
Nancy is a Recreation Therapist by trade and has trained dogs to help her help others. She has used her dogs in her programs to help get the best results of the people she supports. Nancy has helped a variety of individuals of all ages be the best they can be for over 25 years.

03/04/2026

Once upon a time, a long time ago.....
The Roxy Play Ground was created to stimulate her and help with independence.


Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Feel free to download this photo and colour♡ Would love to ...
12/27/2025

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Feel free to download this photo and colour♡ Would love to see everyone's art work!
We wuff you
Xoxo Roxy, Mac and Norm

Dear Santa....I weally Weally WUF Christmas...all I can say is that this year, I really Tried!
12/08/2025

Dear Santa....I weally Weally WUF Christmas...all I can say is that this year, I really Tried!

Come see me for Smooches at the Algoma Manor Nursing Home Festival of Trees event today 10am- 2pm. Got my mistletoe rea...
12/06/2025

Come see me for Smooches at the Algoma Manor Nursing Home Festival of Trees event today 10am- 2pm. Got my mistletoe ready, lots of great vendors. Santa and Mrs. Claus are here...they said I have been a good girl!

A great addition to the memory loss unit we volunteer on. A great mural plus activity♡
11/23/2025

A great addition to the memory loss unit we volunteer on. A great mural plus activity♡

11/16/2025

It is not always about the scratches and kisses...there is more to Pet Therapy sessions! Being around pets stimulates memory and our friends may recall memories of having pets or enjoy the mental stimulation on interacting with animals. As you can see in the video we also use other methods when dealing with clients.
We also use music to encourage memory and an unconditional way of interacting with pets and handlers.
You ARE our sunshine ♡

11/03/2025

When people meet Roxy, then learn that she was born with no eyes and is blind, they start feeling sorry for her! Ha!!!!! Nothing to be sorry about with little Miss Independent. Came to seek me out, and nothing would stop her! Those agility classes came in handy!!!!
Be like Roxy, kick the negativity in the Can'ts and focus on the Cans!
Just please mind the mess....spring cleaning...from 3 yrs ago ;)

Nothing but love in my eyes for you♡
10/29/2025

Nothing but love in my eyes for you♡

I had a fantastic day, filled with kisses, bum scratches and of course, cookies. My work is incentivized by treats. I me...
10/04/2025

I had a fantastic day, filled with kisses, bum scratches and of course, cookies. My work is incentivized by treats. I met a large number of wonderful new friends and I believe they have grown fond of me.
Thank you Algoma Manor Nursing Home for having me and my kissing booth!

I am at the Algoma Manor Nursing Home FallFair...come see me today and get a smoochSaturday Oct 4th 10am-2pm
10/04/2025

I am at the Algoma Manor Nursing Home FallFair...come see me today and get a smooch
Saturday Oct 4th
10am-2pm

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145 Dawson Street
Thessalon, ON
P0R 1L0

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902 261 4240

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