PAW PRINTS national heroes
In these tumultous times, national security is a priority for Singaporeans. Hence, we turn the spotlight on our nation’s furry protectors this National Day.
One of the newest entrants to Singapore’s working dog scene, therapy hounds have been bringing joy and comfort to those in need since the mid-noughties. What’s beautiful about the furry ones in this line of work is that all of them are “volunteers” and they don’t have to be of a specific breed or age. Although a pooch needs to go through an assessment to qualify as a therapy dog, every furkid stands a chance to give back to society. These good-natured pups head to institutions such as hospices, old folks homes and mental health hospitals every month or fortnight to give affection and comfort to
