
Smiley
While working as a veterinary technician, Joanne George heard about a
puppy mill not far from the clinic and embarked on a rescue mission with
her coworkers. On that special day Joanne met Smiley for the first
time. He had been born without eyes and with dwarfism and because of his
time in the puppy mill, Smiley was suffering from serious anxiety.
While the other dogs rescued that day were found loving homes, Smiley
was going to need some extra special care. Nothing happens without
practice and patience and Joanne and Smiley learned both those traits
together. Gradually Smiley was able to walk offleash and started
greeting Joanne at the back door. She gave Smiley a loving home and he
taught her patience, understanding and acceptance. It became evident
that Smiley would be a wonderful therapy dog.