This Paralyzed Pit Bull Brings A Message Of Perseverance To Patients

[baldguy]

Therapy dogs are a wonderful part of the healing process for many patients, but Elsa, the paralyzed pit bull, is more than just furry comfort for the patients she visits -- she is a lesson in perseverance.

Elsa became paralyzed after a stroke, Global News reported. Now she and her owner, Kelly Dann of Vancouver, British Columbia, visit the GF Strong Rehabilitation Center once a week, where patients can spend time with the lovable pup who has been through the grueling process of rehabilitation therapy herself.

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Now, Elsa is a certified pet visitation dog, bringing a message of hope to people recovering from serious injuries, Global News reported. Along with some sloppy dog kisses and a big pit bull smile.

"Initially I just wanted to keep Elsa active and stimulated after her stroke so this was a way for us to do something together," Dann told Global News. "And my hope was to maybe inspire some people that have gone through a similar situation as Elsa to never give up and hang in there."

more:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/04/20/elsa-pit-bull-therapy-dog_n_5169252.html
http://furever.ca/paralysed-little-pit-bull-inspires-others/

[Avalux]

1. What a sweetheart!

And thanks for posting a positive Pit Bull story. Elsa and her owner are doing great things.

[MoonRiver]

2. Wonderful story!

Just adore Elsa! Thank you for sharing!

[chknltl]

3. It is my intention to pass the story in your links along to:

Stewart's Meat Market, http://www.stewartsmeatmarket.com/
not because they have world famous products no, but because my dog Molly tells me that they have the yummiest pig ears she has ever gnawed on and I think Elsa here has earned a whole bag of 'em.

[flvegan]

4. Good post. K&R

[OwnedByCats]

5. Thank you

[xchrom]

6. du rec.