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Dogs On Call - Therapy Dog Program
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The Dogs on Call therapy dog program in Richmond, VA, that provides complementary therapy to enhance the wellbeing of patients, staff, and students through canine-assisted interventions.
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Dogs On Call - Therapy Dog Program @dogsoncall.bsky.social · Jan 10
Dogs on Call is a premier dog therapy program recognized as a best-practice, evidence-based initiative.

#BlueskySocial
#BlueskyCommunity
#PawsOnBluesky
#TherapyDogsUnleashed
#DogsHealingSky
#RichmondOnBluesky
#BlueskyVibes
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On Veterans Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to all who have served our nation. Thank you for your sacrifice and service.

#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #MilitaryAppreciation #HumanAnimalBond #Heroes
A graphic for Veterans Day. The words "Thank You VETERANS" are at the top, followed by the date "11 November 2025." A dog with a small American flag in its mouth is running, with a silhouette of a saluting person in front of a large American flag.
November 11, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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Today is National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day, a critical part of Pet Cancer Awareness Month. Talk to your vet about symptoms and screening. Together, we can fight for our dogs’ health.

#CanineLymphomaAwareness #PetCancer #DogHealth #EarlyDetection #PetCancerAwarenessMonth #FightCanineCancer
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November 7, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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Today is Election Day! Your voice matters. Head to the polls and make your vote count. When you get home, we’re sure your furry co-pilot will be ready to greet you, no matter the outcome.

#ElectionDay #Vote #YourVoiceMatters #CivicDuty #DogsOfDemocracy #DogsOnCall #CHAI #GoVote
A graphic for "Election Day 2025." The top of the image shows a waving American flag with stars. Below that, a dog's paw is shown in the foreground, pressing down on a paper ballot with a checkmark in one of the boxes. The text "ELECTION DAY 2025" is large and prominent.
November 4, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Don’t forget: Daylight Saving Time ends tonight! Enjoy that extra hour of sleep (or an extra hour of snuggles with your pup!). While we adjust, remember your dog’s routine might shift too. Give them a little extra patience and love.

#DaylightSavingTime #FallBall #ExtraHour #DogLife #DogRoutine
A graphic with two dogs, a dachshund and a golden retriever, on top of a car resembling the DeLorean from Back to the Future. The car is on a road with fire trails behind it, and a beam of light shoots into the starry sky. The text "LET'S GO BACK IN TIME" is featured, with a smaller line below noting that "Daylight Savings Time Ends" on "November 2, 2025."
November 2, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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Welcome to November! This month brings awareness to two topics: Pet Cancer Awareness and Senior Pets. Let’s commit to early detection for cancer and providing the best care for our wise, older companions.

#PetCancerAwareness #SeniorPetMonth #PetHealth #EarlyDetection #SeniorDogs #DogCare #CHAI
A graphic for Pet Cancer Awareness Month and Senior Pet Month. On the left is a purple circle with a yellow ribbon and a red heart. On the right, a portrait-style photo shows the head and shoulders of a tan dog looking slightly to the side. The titles "Pet Cancer Awareness Month" and "Senior Pet Month" are on the top left and top right of the graphic.
November 1, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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Happy Halloween from our Dogs on Call teams! Remember to keep your pets safe this spooky season. Keep candy out of reach and help your dog join the fun by sporting a fun bandana instead of a cumbersome or restrictive costume. Have a fa-boo-lous and safe night!
#Halloween #HappyHalloween #PetSafety
A Halloween graphic with the text "HAPPY HOWL-OWEEN" across the top. Below the text, a group of five therapy dogs of different breeds stand together on a cloudy, misty surface. The bottom text reads "FROM THE PUPS AT DOGS ON CALL." The image is framed by spiderwebs and a spider.
October 31, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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Did you know that animal-assisted therapy can significantly reduce perceived pain levels in patients? Understanding this helps us refine our Dogs on Call program for maximum impact.

#Research #AnimalAssistedTherapy #PainManagement #HealthcareInnovation #HumanAnimalBond #CHAI #DogsOnCall
A graphic with the title "Animal-Assisted Therapy" and the text "can significantly reduce perceived pain levels in patients." The graphic is a collage of six photos showing therapy dogs visiting patients in a hospital setting. The photos show various dogs interacting with people of different ages, some in beds and others in chairs.
October 29, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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It’s National Fetch Day! Time to grab a ball and head outside with your furry friend! Playing fetch isn’t just fun; it’s a fantastic way to bond, keep your dog active, and reinforce positive behaviors. What’s your dog’s favorite fetch toy?

#NationalFetchDay #Fetch #DogPlay #ActiveDogs #DogBonding
A graphic for National Fetch Day. The image shows a small brown dog running happily through a grassy field toward the camera, with a yellow ball and a person in the blurry background. The text "Happy NATIONAL FETCH DAY" is in a script font.
October 18, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day. We honor the rich history, diverse cultures, and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples & acknowledge the traditional connections to all living beings, including the animals who have shared their journeys through generations.

#IndigenousPeoplesDay
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October 13, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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It’s Animal Welfare Week! Beyond providing love and care, what’s one simple action you take to ensure the welfare of animals in your community? Tell us below!

#AnimalWelfareWeek #AnimalWelfare #PetAdvocacy #CommunityCare #ResponsiblePetOwner #CHAI #DogsOnCall #MakeADifference #ProtectAnimals
A black and white photo of a person wearing a face mask bending down to pet a small dog. To the right, a large green block contains the text "Animal Welfare Week."
October 9, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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On Child Health Day, we celebrate the well-being of our youngest community members. Did you know interacting with therapy dogs can have benefits for children’s emotional and physical health?

#ChildHealthDay #KidsHealth #TherapyDogs #AnimalAssistedTherapy #ChildWellness #DogsOnCall #CHAI #Pediatric
A graphic with a photo of a therapy dog visiting a hospital. A young child in a pink shirt is looking at the camera, while an adult is on the left petting a golden retriever in the foreground. The graphic includes the text "Improve your child's health today" and a large title, "Child Health Day."
October 6, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of the incredible Dr. Jane Goodall, a true pioneer who revolutionized our understanding of animals and the human-animal bond (and who's favorite animal was a DOG!). Her groundbreaking work has been a profound inspiration for all of us.

#JaneGoodall
An image with a blue sky background and white clouds, featuring a memorial for Jane Goodall. Text at the top reads "IN MEMORIAM JANE GOODALL APRIL 3, 1934 – OCTOBER 1, 2025." A white dove flies in the upper right corner. In the center, Jane Goodall is shown sitting with a chimpanzee next to her. She is smiling and wearing a light green shirt and khaki pants. A quote to her left states, "The least I can do is speak out for those who cannot speak for themselves." At the bottom, "Center for Human-Animal Interaction ®" and "chai.vcu.edu" are displayed against a blue band.
October 2, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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We visited a young patient who was very excited to see Kris. She called him by her own dog's name and invited him for a "sleepover," which Kris happily obliged. As they snuggled up together on her bed, she kept whispering to Kris and smiling.

- Shared by Dogs on Call Handler Kelly

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A graphic titled "From the DOGS ON CALL files," featuring a black lab named Kris Kringle McKringleberry. The graphic includes three photos: the top right shows the dog with a child, the bottom left shows the dog being petted by two women, and the bottom right is a close-up of the dog's face with snow on its fur.
September 24, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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Happy Responsible Dog Ownership Day! This is the perfect lead-in to National Dog Week, which starts tomorrow! What’s one thing you do as a responsible dog owner?

#ResponsibleDogOwnership #AKCDogOwnershipDay #NationalDogWeek #DogCare #PetHealth #Training #DogsOnCall #CHAI #DogParents
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September 20, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to Pups on the Plaza today! It was a truly wonderful day filled with our amazing Dogs on Call teams, fantastic food, lively music, and the best community.

#POTP25 #ThankYou #DogsOnCall #VCU #CommunitySupport #HumanAnimalInteraction #RichmondEvents
A thank you poster for a successful "Pups on the Plaza" event. The main text on the right says, "THANK YOU FOR A SUCCESSFUL." The bottom left has the event title, "PUPS ON THE PLAZA." Two Polaroid-style photos show therapy dogs and people: the top shows a woman in a blue shirt with a brown dog on a chair, and the bottom shows a dog on its back receiving a belly rub. A thank you graphic dedicated to Holiday Barn Pet Resorts. The text at the top says "THANKS TO." Below that, the Holiday Barn Pet Resorts logo is featured on a dog bone-shaped background, with cartoon mascots of a cat and a dog on either side. A blurry photo of a person petting a dog is behind the logo. Text at the bottom explains that Holiday Barn covered the first 200 meals to support a research and therapy dog program.
September 18, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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Halfway through the fun at Pups on the Plaza and it’s been PAW-some! 🐾 So many happy faces (and wagging tails!). There’s still plenty of time to come down until 2pm for more Dogs on Call, food, and music. Don’t miss out on the fun!

#POTP2025 #DogsOfInstagram #VCUHealth #RichmondIsForDogs #EventFun
A "Pups on the Plaza" promotional poster with the headline "HALFWAY THROUGH THE FUN!" The main text and event details are in the center. On the left are two Polaroid-style photos: the top one shows a man and a woman smiling and holding a small dog, and the bottom photo shows a person petting a smiling dalmatian.
September 18, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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It’s HERE! 🎉 Pups on the Plaza is officially kicking off in just 1 hour! Come join us in front of MMEC (1201 East Marshall Street) for a paw-some time with our incredible Dogs on Call teams, food, and great music.

#POTP2025 #DogsOnCall #EventDay #RichmondVA #CommunityEvent #FoodTrucks #LiveMusic
Promotional poster announcing, "IT'S HERE! PUPS ON THE PLAZA." The main text and event details are on the left, including the date, time, and location. On the right, two Polaroid-style photos are stacked. The top photo shows a smiling person with a black dog. The bottom photo shows a golden retriever visiting a person in a hospital bed.
September 18, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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The moment you’ve all been waiting for is almost here! TOMORROW is “Pups on the Plaza”! We can’t wait to share this experience with you. See you there!

🗓️ Thursday, September 18, 2025
⏰ 11am-2pm
📍 In front of MMEC, 1201 East Marshall Street

#POTP2025 #DogsOnCall #VCU #RVAEvents #Community
A "Pups on the Plaza" promotional poster. The main text says "Only 1 Day!" with event details including the date and location. Two Polaroid-style photos show therapy dogs interacting with people. The top photo shows a dog looking up at a person in a medical coat. The bottom photo shows a child in a "I'm a Huge Fan" shirt petting a golden retriever.
September 17, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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Just 2 more days until “Pups on the Plaza”! We’ve got a fantastic event planned for you, featuring food, music, and of course, our amazing Dogs on Call teams. Get ready for some good vibes and furry friends!

#POTP25 #DogsOnCall #VCUHealth #VCU #Fun #Countdown #HumanAnimalInteraction
A promotional poster for "Pups on the Plaza." The top of the image says "Only 2 Days!" and has event details. To the right are two photos. The top photo shows a smiling person in a chair with a dog on their lap, while the bottom one shows a person and a child petting a golden retriever. The bottom of the poster notes that lunch tickets are provided by Holiday Barn Pet Resorts.
September 16, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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This National Veterinary Technician Week, we send a huge thank you to the incredible vet techs who care for our beloved pets! Their expertise and compassion are vital.

#VetTechWeek #VeterinaryTechnicial #AnimalHealthcare #PetCare #VetMed #Research #CHAI #DogsOnCall #ThankYouVetTechs #AnimalWellness
A graphic for National Vet Tech Week. The image shows a smiling veterinary technician on the right, with three different dogs gathered around her. The text "National VET TECH Week" is in the top right corner.
September 16, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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Only 3 days until “Pups on the Plaza”! We’re getting the music ready and our Dogs on Call teams are practicing their best “hello!”

🗓️ Thursday, September 18, 2025
⏰ 11am-2pm
📍 In front of MMEC, 1201 East Marshall Street

#POTP25 #DogsOnCall #VCUHealth #VCU #Countdown #HumanAnimalInteraction
A promotional poster for "Pups on the Plaza." Two Polaroid-style photos show therapy dogs, one with a smiling golden retriever and another with a spotted dog wearing a bandana. The main text announces "Only 3 Days!" and provides the event's date and location. A line at the bottom mentions that the first 200 lunch tickets are from Holiday Barn Pet Resorts.
September 15, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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Today is your last chance to get t-shirts before “Pups on the Plaza”! Our team is at the Main Hospital Kiosk until 2pm. Dogs on Call teams are there, too! Come support the Center for Human-Animal Interaction and enjoy a day filled with dogs, food, and music! See you there!

#POTP25 #DogsOnCall #VCU
A promotional poster for "Pups on the Plaza." A bright "TICKETS" sign is at the top. Below the sign, a white dog and a dalmatian are shown, with the text "Pups on the Plaza" and details about a pre-sale event.
September 15, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Today, on National Pet Memorial Day, we take a moment to remember the Dogs on Call dogs and other cherished companions who have crossed the rainbow bridge this year. The love we share with our pets is eternal, and their paw prints remain forever on our hearts.

#PetMemorialDay #RainbowBridge
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September 14, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Can you feel the excitement building? This is your final reminder that our last “Pups on the Plaza” pre-sale is tomorrow! Get your tickets and join us for a paw-some day of fun.

Pre-sale details:
🗓️ Thursday, September 15, 2025
⏰ 11am-2pm
📍 Main Hospital Kiosk

#POTP25 #DogsOnCall #VCUHealth #VCU
A promotional poster for "Pups on the Plaza." A "TICKETS" sign with bright lights is in the top half of the image. Below it, two dogs, a golden retriever and a black and white dog with big eyes, are shown against a blue background. The text announces a pre-sale for tickets.
September 14, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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Only 1 week until “Pups on the Plaza”! We’re getting the music ready and our Dogs on Call teams are stretching for all the love they will be sharing! Mark your calendars.

#POTP2025 #DogsOnCall #VCUCommunity #RichmondVA #RichmondEvents #Countdown
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September 11, 2025 at 6:02 PM