September 18th, 2024 by WCBC Radio

Moose and Goldie have officially joined the ranks of 36 other therapy dogs West Virginia First Lady Cathy Justice has introduced through the Friends With Paws program. Moose, a golden retriever, has been placed at Hampshire High School in Romney while Goldie, a Labrador retriever, is going to work at Keyser Middle School.  The dogs were introduced at a school “pup rally” and will help students with anxiety, self-esteem, and overall well-being.  First Lady Justice says the dogs provide comfort and companionship…

“They relate to the dogs. I mean, they don’t feel intimidated. The dogs, as we all know, are never in a bad mood. They’re always happy and glad to see you. That’s what we want. We just want to build a real bond and a real connection to these children, especially after the pandemic. It’s just been – mental wellness has just been really tough.”