DEDHAM, Mass. — Wednesday is National Puppy Day and Boston 25 had a special guest in our Dedham studio to mark the day.
A local volunteer for Canine Companions joined meteorologist Jason Brewer. Canine Companions matches highly trained assistance dogs with people with disabilities, free of charge, and the partnership is life-enhancing.
Eva Jack and her puppy Morrie II joined Jason.
Morrie II is five months old and will be with his trainer until he’s about 18-20 months old, learning life skills and socialization.
Eva said saying goodbye at the end of her part of the training is difficult but the change in a person’s life, who’s getting the assistance is worth it.
Professional trainers will also work with the puppies, learning everything from how to pick up keys, to opening a fridge, to pushing a button on an elevator.
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