Connections - November 2008 - (Page 9) loves everyone, regardless of their disabilities. He doesn’t care about the color of someone’s skin and he doesn’t judge [him or her] on their appearance. He’s just happy to love and be loved,” said Gerth. “I realized in that moment that I’m judgmental. I thought that man wouldn’t have the heart to do something like this. I thought he was too big and I doubted that Sammy could ever help at all. I learned I was wrong,” said Gerth. Sammy isn’t her only therapy dog. Gerth also has two other Golden Retrievers: Cinda and a three-legged dog named Podly. Although Podly is unusual, “He’s always so happy. I take him into Schreiber Pediatric and the kids—especially the disabled— light up when they see him. I always tell the children ‘He might have three legs but don’t tell him because he can’t count.’ The disabled can relate to him because they don’t feel judged,” said Gerth. KPETS has opened the hearts of the volunteers “to be more compassionate,” said Gerth. “The organization is a place where people stop thinking about themselves and start thinking about others.” Gerth has learned KPETS isn’t just her job; it’s her calling. She believes that’s Connections The most trusted source for chamber businesses and the community h You’ve heard about Connections magazine now advertise in it! For advertising rates, contact Shanelle Lee at 717-735-9748 or slee@nxtbookmedia.com. November 2008 | Connections | 9 http://www.kpets.org/involvment.html http://www.lancasterchamber.com
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