Briggs

M&M’s Brigantine Lady Huntley of London, MTX

by handler Terri Heck:

Detective K9 Briggs

K9 Briggs followed in K9 Merit’s footsteps becoming an active and reliable search K9 and touching the hearts of many. She now presents the assembly that Merit started bringing the realization to all that each and every person is special! While training in hospital and assisted living venues it was noticed by MaryJo Brown (Head of Paws to Wellness at Manor Health Reading PA) that Briggs had a passion for people of all ages. High stress environments did not rattle her – she loved to be touched! And so, it began that she was tested and certified by the Alliance for Therapy Dogs. What followed were experiences that touched the heart and soul of Briggs, of myself and everyone who interacted with Briggs.

She currently spends one day each week at an urban school with students that have behavioral challenges. This from the principal, “I cannot begin to mention the positive affect they have had on my building’s overall culture and climate. We have seen an increase in cohesiveness with our students and they have learned so much about safety and their own well-being with our school and community. One of the main lessons that the kids always take away from meeting with Terri and K9 Briggs is that they are each special individuals that are loved and need to show love to others.”

Another day is spent at a private school for children and youth that have extreme social and behavioral issues. Briggs is part of a team of teachers, case managers and behavior specialists coming together to make a difference one kiddo at a time.

K9 Briggs also spends time weekly with some residents at a nursing home where the simple power of touch and the willingness of this most special dog to listen and listen some more means so much. It is so difficult to have words that even hint at the connections – that express the magic in the moment. I am ever so thankful to be part of this – small part that I am – it truly has been all about the M&M girls.

“If you think dogs can’t count, try putting three dog biscuits in your pocket and then giving Fido only two of them.”

Phil Pastoret

M + M Bloodhounds

2015-03-27T23:02:54+00:00

Phil Pastoret

https://mandmbloodhounds.com/?testimonial=if-you-think-dogs-cant-count-try-putting-three-dog-biscuits-in-your-pocket-and-then-giving-fido-only-two-of-them

“If a dog’s prayers were answered, bones would fall from the sky.”

Author Unknown

M + M Bloodhounds

2015-03-27T23:24:39+00:00

Author Unknown

https://mandmbloodhounds.com/?testimonial=if-a-dogs-prayers-were-answered-bones-would-fall-from-the-sky

"We aren't house proud. If we were, we wouldn't abide the scratches on the door frame, the holes in the screen, the darkened shine of worn spots on the chair. We would wince at the mottled carpet and fret at the hair clinging to our clothes. We don't. If anything, we lovers of dogs are a tolerant lot, finding greater value in the unabashed affection of our friend than immaculate sofas. Shoes can be replaced, but heroic retrievers are timeless. Without dogs, our homes are cold receptacles for things. Dogs make a fire warmer with their curled presence. They wake us, greet us, protect us, and ultimately carve a place in our hearts and in our history. On reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all too short lives of our dogs."

Paul Fersen

M + M Bloodhounds

2015-03-27T23:34:37+00:00

Paul Fersen

https://mandmbloodhounds.com/?testimonial=6736

“My goal in life is to be as good of a person my dog already thinks I am!”

Author Unknown

M + M Bloodhounds

2015-03-27T23:03:26+00:00

Author Unknown

https://mandmbloodhounds.com/?testimonial=my-goal-in-life-is-to-be-as-good-of-a-person-my-dog-already-thinks-i-am

"Owning a pet is the best thing about being human. No other animal takes a completely different species into its home, providing it food and shelter, just for the pleasure of its company."

Patricia Fish

M + M Bloodhounds

2015-03-27T23:25:05+00:00

Patricia Fish

"Owning a pet is the best thing about being human. No other animal takes a completely different species into its home, providing it food and shelter, just for the pleasure of its company."

https://mandmbloodhounds.com/?testimonial=6721

M + M Bloodhounds

Briggs

Briggs

M&M’s Brigantine Lady Huntley of London, MTX

DOGS

“If you think dogs can’t count, try putting three dog biscuits in your pocket and then giving Fido only two of them.”

“If a dog’s prayers were answered, bones would fall from the sky.”

“My goal in life is to be as good of a person my dog already thinks I am!”

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