Behind the Scenes with Bocker the Labradoodle this Wordless Wednesday.
Let’s celebrate the wonderful work therapy dogs are doing, particularly with children.
Aria and I loved meeting Model, Entertainment Star, Therapy Dog, Tail Waggin’ Tutor, and Fundraiser for those Less Fortunate, Bocker Labradoodle and his mom Marie! What an amazing, generous, friendly pair.
We got to see his adorable head tilt and look into his big brown eyes, which seem almost human. He has such a kind, understanding face and is very calm and gentle.
It is easy to understand why he is so successful in his therapy programs and as a Tail Waggin’ Tutor. You can’t help relaxing and smiling when you pat him and you know he is not judging you.
We had great fun chatting to Marie about the work that they do for our new episode celebrating Dogs that Make a Difference. Bocker sure is one busy Labradoodle with his therapy work, his reading program and his fundraising.
I find it fascinating the potential dogs have to help in times of disaster, or high stress, and to make us feel better. Dr Stanley Coren explained that looking at and patting a friendly dog can actually affect brain chemistry in a positive way.
We even got to attend the NYS Animal Advocacy Day with them!
Therapy Dogs like Bocker really Rock! You will be able to see our interview and more soon on the Pet Network! Check out Bocker’s website and Facebook Page!
You can also find out more about Bocker by reading his wonderful book “Chasing Bocker’s Tale” and you can cuddle with your very own Bocker plush (I got one and it is super soft). Much of the proceeds go to helping those less fortunate.
More awesome Dog books HERE
I’m hoping Mr. N will be a productive citizen soon. That plush of Bocker and Bocker together is so cute!
I’m sure he will- he is so cute! Isn’t it a cute photo? Thanks for stopping by- have a great week XS
Love these photos!
Happy WW!
ღ husky hugz ღ frum our pack at Love is being owned by a husky!
Thanks! Me too Have a Great week XS
Bocker looked kind of tiny in the first 2 pictures, and then I scrolled down and he was so tall! What great work they are doing! I think would try to sit in everyone’s lap if they read to me…
Ohhhh I love him! He has such gorgeous eyes! I’m hoping Atka will be that successful one day 🙂
I’m sure Atka will do very well as a therapy dog, even just for you personally.
You’re right. Therapy dogs rock and Bocker looks like he takes his job very seriously. Great pics.
Harley just received his certification card – badge – neck scarf, etc… He is officially a therapy dog and we’re raring to go with Wounded Warriors and Tail Wagging Tutors. Great post,really enjoyed it.
Woo-hoo go Harley, so happy to hear that!
Therapy dogs are the best! Love the pics!
So great to read this! Bocker the Labradoodle is amazing and the program and tutoring he does with children is fantastic. Way to go Booker! The lives you are touching is immeasurable. Thank you for ALL that you and your mom Marie do to change the lives of many xo
Couldn’t have said it better Marybeth!
So great to read this! Bocker the Labradoodle is amazing and the program and tutoring he does with children is fantastic. Way to go Booker! The lives you are touching is immeasurable. Thank you for ALL that you and your mom Marie do to change the lives of many xo
That’s a goal for me one day. Tucker has already passed his canine good citizen test. I’m hoping all 3 of mine do, and then I’d love to volunteer with them for therapy work.
Bocker is just pawsome.
–Wags (and purrs) from Life with Dogs and Cats
What an interesting coat! Kind of looks like a wolfhound but blonde.