Santa Paws on patrol
Residents at some of our sheltered schemes have been enjoying visits from some Santa Paws Pets as Therapy dogs in the run-up to Christmas.
Written by Sam
—10 Dec, 2018
![Rudy the poodle pet therapy](/assets/articles/_content800/santa_paws_for_web.jpg)
The first playful pup visited Victoria Court in Abergavenny on December 4th and residents relished the chance to give pet Poodle Rudy cwtches. The power of a wet nose and fuzzy face brought smiles all around. Pets As Therapy animals are often used to bring a sense of calm and comfort and Rudy definitely did that!
Ann Phillips said: “I used to have pets; dogs, cats, chickens, even a pig once, so it has been lovely to have the dog visit. I miss the companionship of a dog. You can talk and they don’t answer back.”
Melin Chief Executive Paula Kennedy said: “The festive season can be a stressful time for some so this is a lovely addition to our scheme social events.”