On what is known as Blue Monday – the most depressing day of the year – Dany our Suppawt helper took over social media. Taking Dany on our rounds is a great way of breaking down barriers – people focus on Dany and open up more. Her social media pawsts were so good we thought we’d add them here.
9am: What a pawsome day! As I travelled round meeting people who were sleeping rough, I was thrilled to be stroked. They didn’t want to be photographed but I heard them tell Aunty Fi: “Dogs are the best, they make you feel better.” 11am: I’m still barking with excitement. While hounding the streets, the people I met, who are sadly experiencing homelessness, were so happy to see me. As they stroked me they were more willing to chat with Fi. They also said, “She’s so lovely, I love seeing her”, “she’s so soft to stroke” and, “This has made my day - thank you.” 1pm: When we went back to a centre I was stroked by a service user who said, “She’s so soft and gentle, she’s very calming” and another said, “I’ve had to have my dog put to sleep, so this is lovely - thank you so much.” 3pm: It’s a dog’s life! Even a cool job like this has paperwork! 4pm: Well, now it’s time for a pawformance review with Aunty Fi me and my senior manager Sophie… A round of a-paws for Aunty Fi, it all went well! 5pm: All in a day’s work. Helping people feel more confident to chat with Aunty Fi is so rewarding - it’s the leash I can do. Sometimes it’s a ruff day but not today. Time for treats and a rest. Thank you for going on walkies with me today and sorry for the paw-ful puns! Good night!
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