Cashew
Ann Weiss
[Director]
Cashew is part Bichon and the other part is pure happiness. And yes, he adores children and can’t wait to be with them. He needed no training to become a therapy dog. He was a natural. His tail is always wagging and his eyes show his love. We would love to visit with you and go to schools and libraries where there are lots of children.
Keys
Jo Ann Fusco
[Asst. Director]
Hues Of Gold, Keys To Ladder Company 3 (aka Keys) was born on 9-11 and his litter had a special theme, First Responders. Keys is a very special boy. Keys earned his therapy dog registration at the age of 1. This British Golden Retriever from Alaska has a wonderful sweet personality that everyone falls in love with. He even has a great big smile, always! Keys is also Boss’s little brother.
Cricket
Don Gold
Cricket is a 2 year old rescue Puli (HUNGARIAN SHEEP DOG) who is a
fantastic Therapy dog and loves children, adults and other dogs. On the day of her arrival at our house, she started training to herd both sheep and ducks like our beloved L.E. who was #1 most titled herding Puli in the world. She has big paw prints to fill but most important she has found her forever home.
Sallie
Andrea Williford
Sallie is a Yellow Labrador Retriever who loves people and animals and looks forward to visits at LeBonheur Children’s’ Hospital. One of Sallie’s favorite activities is going to Shelby Farms with her 3 sisters where she can swim, run, sniff, and dig until her heart is content.
Luke
Bernie Errion
Luke is a very calm, relaxed Golden Retriever, who sincerely believes it’s his job to share love with everyone he meets. He consistently and easily approaches people, offering his sweet smile and head for pets. True to his breed, Luke loves retrieving two tennis balls at a time. His record is three tennis balls in his mouth.
Mabel
Blair & Susan Graber
Mabel Lou Graber is a British Labrador with a huge heart and smiles for everyone! She loves to take long walks, ride in the golf cart, and jump off the boat to swim for tennis balls (She can climb up the ladder all by herself!). It’s impossible to be in a bad mood around Mabel – she just exudes love for everyone and joy for life!
Emme
Cheryl Wood
Miss Emmeline or “Emme” is a Standard Poodle Mix (Goldendoodle) and quite the diva. Emme gets excited as soon as her Therapy Dog vest comes out. She primarily visit the elderly at nursing homes and assisted living facilities. She loves the many friends she has made with all of the patients and the staff.
Leo
Dorothy Godwin
Leo is a caramel colored, big green-eyed labradoodle who loves life. He never meets a stranger, has such a kind spirit, laid back and goofy in a good way. Leo loves children, seniors and other dogs. Leo loves to run around the dog park at Shelby Farms and go on long walks in the neighborhood. One of his favorite activities is driving around with his hair blowing in the wind.
Scout
Grace Roberts
Scout Roberts is a British Lab who enjoys reading with children each week. When he is not reading, Scout enjoys playing ball and going on walks. Scout is a highly intelligent dog who can do lots of unique tricks, but he especially loves to meet new friends.
Lovie
Joanna McCoy
Lovie is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. The black and white is obvious, but it is the brown eyebrows that make her a Tri color. Inside is a sweet little girl who wanted to love and be loved. I hope you can meet Lovie, the therapy dog.
Elvis
Kristie Koontz
Elvis is a terrier mix, fun-loving, filled with energy. He loves to go to Memphis Airport and do tricks for the passengers at the gates. Elvis also goes to Shrine School and works with kids with disabilities. He is extremely intelligent and loves working with adults and children.
Flirt
Laurie Whiteley
Flirt is one of the sweetest, gentlest Golden Retrievers ever. She is a third generation, therapy dog. She loves to cuddle with you on the bed or couch. She will also sit at your feet patiently, waiting for you to pet her or play. She will retrieve anything you throw. She runs fast as lightning and is eager to please you in every way. Plus, she’s cute and she knows it.
Gracie
Lynn Morris
Gracie is West Highland White Terrier who takes long walks daily. Gracie is an avid hunter of squirrels and chipmunks and loves chasing the water hose. She can perform some tricks plus she is gentle, sweet, smart and fun.
Happy
Paula Gentry
Happy is a labradoodle and a “party animal”! He loves every breathing thing – kids, grown-ups, cats and dogs. He loves to be in a room full of people. Wherever he goes, people say he has the perfect name because he is always so “happy”.
Tessa
Pete Friedman
Tessa is an English Golden Retriever who loves kids, adults, dogs and cats and to be petted. As soon as she puts on her ATD vest Tessa knows it is time to smile and be loved. She wags her tail every time she approaches another child or adult knowing she will make their day (and hers) a bit better.
Rudy
Rachel Morrison
Rudy is an adorable little yorkie-poo with a very big attitude. Rudy enjoys meeting new people and going on adventures. Rudy loves to play with his friends at the dog park. Rudy is big brother to Izzy.
Izzy
Rachel Morrison
Izzy is a Pooton which is a cross between a miniature poodle and a Coton de Tulear. Izzy has lots of energy and loves every dog and person that she meets. Izzy is Rudy’s little sister.
Sophie
Sue Myers
Sophie is a shih tzu rescue. When out visiting, Sophie loves to settle right down beside the new friends she makes, both young and old. Sophie’s wagging tail and cuddling personality make her welcome in a variety of situations and venues. She is comfortable with both children and adults and is always very excited when she realizes she is about to be buckled into the car to go to “work”.
Maverick
Tonia Hanson
Maverick is a greyhound adopted from the track in West Memphis, Arkansas. He loves everyone and loves meeting and talking to new people. Recently we have volunteered at Memphis International Airport and several elementary schools in the area.
Dallas
Joanne Ward
Dallas is a female Golden Retriever who’s favorite pastime is being petted and loved on so becoming a Therapy dog came naturally to her. Whether it’s visiting with a new patient or someone receiving their treatment, she is happy to be with whomever needs her and seems to sense those who need her most. She has so much love to give!
Retired Members
Boss
Jo Anne Fusco
[Evaluator]
Tanglewood’s Stylin by Hugo Boss, (aka Boss), has done a great job in following in his brothers (Kickers) footsteps. He always has a smile on his face and has personality plus! One of the many tricks that he has learned is Stop, Drop and Roll and his most famous trick of all, sneezing on command! Boss is the ideal therapy dog and brings joy to everyone he meets! Boss is also known for being Keys’ big brother.
Jackson
Dee Ann Blair
Jackson, a British Labrador Retriever, enjoys taking long walks, going for rides in the truck and the boat at Pickwick, playing with our young grandchildren, as well as playing with other dogs at the park. He loves to eat, sleep, fetch and chase squirrels. Jackson is an AKC Canine Good Citizen, and hopes to expand his visits to include schools and special events.
Roswell
Ron & McKenzie Cohen
Roswell “Roz” is an English Springer Spaniel with a kind heart and loving disposition; all she wants to do is be loved on all day. She is nine years old and has spent lots of time learning new tricks and exercising; Roswell loves to be challenged to try new things and works well with children and adults.
Lily
Richard Herbert
Lily is a Coton de Tulear and she is full of life with baby seal eyes. She loves chasing squirrels that are running on the top of fence lines, even though she would not know what to do with them if she did catch one. She also enjoys playing with her best dog friend, Murphy.
