Dr Dog visit to Hua Ming Autism Center | 04/03/13

Dr Dog is back in action. i've missed out the first visit at DUMC. On Monday coordinator Salehin and i brought our dogs to the Autism Center for another mission. this time, 3 dogs only. Dr Kylie, Dr Sammy and Dr Snowie.

It was long since our last visit. In between those period Dr Snowie somehow develop some princess behavior and totally forgotten about her job as a doctor. Monday's visit made her a little nervous and yes she barked few times at other Doctors. She became so accustomed to being a queen. I'm so glad she's back at work finally!

If you were there, you'd notice how the kids react to dogs when we first entered, and then leave. It's great to see how happy they were. the doctors done a really great job in cheering them. It's really a great therapy for these kids. 

My total visit to Autism center so far is 3 times. This girl was always there. Excited but she'd cover her ears and smile. I decide to let her walk Snowie. She's really happy. She'd hop with one leg while one of her finger stuff into the ear. :)

He's one of the younger group of kids. Compare to the previous group, they are so daring to approach the dogs. Then i heard one of the teacher/volunteer said "They don't know it's a dog". i find it make sense. In fact they might think it's something new. not even realize it's a dog. Beside me, the kid was pulling Dr Kylie's tongue, eye, she touches odd parts. while this kid play rough to Dr Snowie. or tend to put his face so close to Snowie stare at her, pull her ears and furs. He even move his own body to an allowing pose to lye on Snowie like she's a pillow. i find it quite interesting and the sentence "They don't know it's a dog" popped in my head again. :)

I've been really busy recently, working late and wake early in the morning. Sometimes i wanted to skip this or that activity and lay back in bed but Dr Dog visit is one of it that i will avoid pulling myself off. No matter how tired i am. i get myself up. for one reason, it's a very great program.

Our coordinator Salehin (Right) and i (Left) with our Doctors Dr Kylie(first from right), Dr Sammy(middle), and Dr Snowie (Left first)

at the end of the visit to find the kids happy. at the same time, Snowie get to social more. It's an awesome therapy not only for the needy but also to me. i believe the ones that benefit most is the handler of the Doctors. So much to experience and it makes us happy to see others happy.

For those who are interested to take part please visit Dr Dog Malaysia Facebook

It's an honour to be able to join the Doctors to such wonderful mission. I'm so proud of my Snowie. Although tired after every mission, you did an awesome job! Love you!!!

Love,
Dr Snowie's handler, Pei Yi
09/03/2013