March 27, 2010

White Dog and Quinn have become minor celebrities at the rehab center where Michael's mom is recuperating. When we walk in the door to visit--Steve, Michael, White Dog, Quinn and I--nurse techs scatter down the four wings to announce, "they're here!" to all the patients and staff that have been warned that we were coming. The way to the visiting room is like a trip down the red carpet, with stops every few feet so that White Dog and her brother can be admired and petted. Patients come in wheelchairs and walkers to drop into the room for a few seconds to cuddle the White Ones and share stories of their furbabies back home. Admirers are not limited to those under care, the techs and nurses also come in for a furry greeting and the chance for a lick on the hand. The entire time, White Dog and Quinn are poster dogs for well-behaved social interaction making time for each visitor and patiently accepting pats and hugs and baby talk. Michael glows with pride at the fact that "his" dogs are so well liked; and my sister shines to be in the spotlight...the envy of so many at the Center. As White Dog tells Quinn, "Just a little kindness to humans goes such a long way!"

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