Poppy and Vera - Comfort Therapy Dogs

Poppy and Vera - Comfort Therapy Dogs Canine Assisted Therapy dogs and Ambassadors for Christ with Canines For Christ Poppy and Vera are canine-assisted therapy dogs through Canines For Christ.

Along with their human family members Steve, Lisa, and Dory, they visit assisted living facilities, camps, schools, police stations, hospitals - anywhere needed, to make smiles, give comfort, and bring the love of Jesus Christ and serve our community. Our services are on a volunteer basis. Both Poppy and Vera are "Doodles" - Poppy being a Goldendoodle and Vera being an Australian Labradoodle. Both are non-shedding and hypoallergenic making them great therapy dogs for people who are allergic to dogs. Both girls have been through training and have passed their Canine Good Citizen tests through American Kennel Club. They were then accepted as Ambassadors for Christ with Canines For Christ. Steve and Lisa have been in children's ministry as teachers and leaders for over 20 years. They are also former foster parents and have had several classes in behavioral children. Dory is 17 years old and a Junior handler for Canines For Christ and shows the dogs in 4-H dog shows and NADAC agility trials. She has been training and showing since she was 12 years old. She plans on attending ministry school when finishing High School. If you are interested in having us visit your facility or school, or have any questions, please feel free to email us. We will also be happy to share references.

Team Poppy visited fellow Alive Hospice volunteers and staff members at a volunteer get- together in Nashville. Poppy go...
03/02/2026

Team Poppy visited fellow Alive Hospice volunteers and staff members at a volunteer get- together in Nashville. Poppy got extra snuggles and treats from Heather❤️ We are very thankful to serve others along side this amazing group of folks!


I love and appreciate this lady so much! After a visit with our friends at Brookdale Assisted Living today, I took Poppy...
02/25/2026

I love and appreciate this lady so much! After a visit with our friends at Brookdale Assisted Living today, I took Poppy to see Dr. Deena Riggins for an adjustment. We've been seeing he er since 2023. Poppy always feels so much better after visiting Dr. Deena. Because of her love for animals and passion for chiropractic health, she helps so many find relief and to feel good- both animals and humans! We 100% recommend her for your pets care! https://drdeenaanimalchiro.com/

This cutie pie is so smart. She sticks toys down in the tire toy so that she can chew it without holding it with her fee...
02/07/2026

This cutie pie is so smart. She sticks toys down in the tire toy so that she can chew it without holding it with her feet😂


Poppys ready to visit her friends at Brookdale Assisted Living and take Christmas pictures!
12/11/2025

Poppys ready to visit her friends at Brookdale Assisted Living and take Christmas pictures!

12/11/2025
What an honor to get to do what I do with my best buddy Poppy. Thank You Jesus.Alive HospiceCanines for Christ
12/08/2025

What an honor to get to do what I do with my best buddy Poppy. Thank You Jesus.
Alive Hospice
Canines for Christ

11/15/2025

Dogs come into our lives,
choosing to accompany us
for a brief period during our
journey here on earth.
Throughout their time spent
by our sides, they bring
Immeasurable happiness,
demonstrate deep loyalty
and give unconditional love.
You are never lonely in their company
and their dedication knows no bounds.
They leave paw prints on our hearts,
a legacy of bright memories
And we are forever grateful
for having known them..

🖋️C.E. Coombes
🎨 Gillian Rule Art

Serendipity Corner 🍂

My heart is filled with gratitude❤️😊We have been waiting for the next orientation in December to be "official". While wa...
11/12/2025

My heart is filled with gratitude❤️
😊We have been waiting for the next orientation in December to be "official". While waiting, I offered to come to Alive Hospice in Lebanon to let the wonderful team of nurses and staff we will work with meet Poppy today. When we came in everyone was excited to meet Poppy! I was then told we already had two patients and asked if I could do a special orientation to get us onboard as soon as possible so we could start visits soon! Of course I said yes and will take the orientation next week. What a blessing to work with these special people serving the hospice community and our Lord Jesus Christ❤️
Canines for Christ
Dory Patton
Kristjana Lucille Patton
Christina Nina Kimer

Team Vera visited Welch College today to help reduce stress during mid-term testing! We even got to see our Dory!
10/21/2025

Team Vera visited Welch College today to help reduce stress during mid-term testing! We even got to see our Dory!

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