Therapy Dog Skeeter
Skeeter was a rescue. She spent the first 4 years of her life in a puppy mill in a cage being bred to her brother. I am so glad that I found little Skeeter. I am a Veteran and have PTSD as a result of a sexual assault while I was stationed in Germany. Skeeter has been a life saver for me and truly loved ❤ more than I ever could have imagined. 🐕🐾
Registration Number: 1655
Breed: chauhaua
Experience: In Training (Less Than 10 Visits)
Training:
- My Dog Obeys The "Down" Command
- My Dog Obeys The "Come" Command
- My Dog Obeys A "Off" Command
- My Dog Obeys A "Don't Touch" Command
Availability: Contact Me For Availability
Visit Fee: I Do Not Accept Any Fees Or Accept Any Donations
Organization: William S. Middleton V.A. Hospital, Madison Wisconsin
Skeeter's Owner
Kathryn KozelI am an Army Veteran and I am retired and living alone with Skeeter. Skeeter brings joy in my life and I love taking Skeeter for walks and visiting my friends. I take Skeeter everywhere I go. I love taking care of Skeeter and giving her the best forever home she will ever know!❤🐕🐾
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