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Heartwarming Video: Gizmo the Therapy Dog

October 12, 2014 by Talent Hounds 29 Comments

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We are so thrilled to share this Heartwarming video interview with wonderful Jen and Gizmo the Therapy Dog and Wonder Doglet from https://www.facebook.com/GizmosFrens

Their generosity and kindness inspire us – and their work in the Hartford Public Library and various schools inspires countless children. They make a difference every day visiting hospitals, dialysis centres, schools and libraries. It is amazing how Therapy dogs like Gizmo can help with healing, anxiety, self esteem and reading. Gizmo the 3.5lb  Wonder Doglet is unbelievably cute and sweet, and brings smiles to people wherever he visits.

See behind the scenes HERE

We will donate 40% of YouTube revenue from this Heartwarming video in 2014 to Homeward Bound Rescue (Kilo my foster dog’s Rescue).
Thank you everyone please share this great story and help dogs in need.

Filed Under: News, WORDLESS WEDNESDAY

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  1. Jen says

    October 13, 2014 at 2:44 am

    Thank you, Talent Hounds. You put your heart into your work, and it shows! Humbled to be a part of your mission.

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    • Talent Hounds says

      October 13, 2014 at 3:20 pm

      Thank you so much for everything you and Gizmo do! We love being Frens and sharing such inspirational stories. XS

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  2. Karen Ransom says

    October 13, 2014 at 1:04 pm

    Jen and Gizmo are my neighbors. I know firsthand all of the wonderful things they do in the community. Once we had a neighbor who was very distressed about something in their life, and without hesitation, Jen let the neighbor “borrow” Gizmo for the night to try to ease her anxiety. So without people like Jen, there wouldn’t be dogs like Gizmo.

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    • Talent Hounds says

      October 13, 2014 at 3:28 pm

      Thanks!! We agree – Jen is awesome – so positive, kind and generous – it is no surprise that Gizmo is so sweet. Together, they do so much to help others. XS

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  3. Cathy Armato says

    October 13, 2014 at 2:38 pm

    What a great video! Gizmo truly is an awesome dog giving back in so many ways. My Husky and I are a therapy dog team, participating in a Paws2Read program as well, in Phoenix AZ. Gizmo’s small size probably makes him even more approachable to kids, as some are scared of larger dogs.
    Love & Biscuits,
    Cathy, Isis & Phoebe
    http://www.dogsluvusandweluvthem.blogspot.com

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    • Talent Hounds says

      October 13, 2014 at 3:22 pm

      Lovely to meet you Cathy. Your angel looks very special too. I bet she helps a lot of kids. I hope we can do more with Paws2Read in the future. X Susie

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    • Jen says

      October 13, 2014 at 4:36 pm

      Aww Cathy, Isis and Phoebe, what a treat to meet an excellent Paws2Read colleague from AZ! Your blog is wonderful – will share on Gizmo’s page. <3 Also, please stop by and say hi to Gizmo's excellent FB girlfren Zoe the Therapy Dog at http://www.facebook.com/ZoeTheTherapyDog She lives near Phoenix!

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  4. Tiffany's Diamond Dogs says

    October 15, 2014 at 2:27 pm

    That is wonderful!

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    • Talent Hounds says

      October 15, 2014 at 10:10 pm

      Aww Thanks! XS

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  5. Christy Paws says

    October 15, 2014 at 3:19 pm

    What a great story. So wonderful that Gizmo can help in so many ways.

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    • Talent Hounds says

      October 15, 2014 at 10:10 pm

      Thanks so much. It is truly wonderful XS

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  6. Rachele Baker, DVM says

    October 15, 2014 at 4:03 pm

    Wonderful video! I love hearing stories about how therapy dogs help people! Great job Gizmo and Jen!

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    • Talent Hounds says

      October 15, 2014 at 4:54 pm

      Aww thanks Rachele. I do too, this has been a real passion project. So lucky to have met friends or Frens like them.

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    • Jen says

      October 16, 2014 at 1:10 am

      Thank you, Dr. Baker. We think what you do to raise awareness for animal causes through your blog is wonderful. Looking forward to working with you on a future post. 🙂 Cuz we’re frens.

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  7. Dolly the Doxie says

    October 15, 2014 at 4:52 pm

    Thanks so much for sharing Gizmo’s story! Love Dolly

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    • Talent Hounds says

      October 15, 2014 at 4:53 pm

      Thanks Dolly! They really are amazing

      Reply
  8. Golden Woofs: Sugar says

    October 15, 2014 at 7:43 pm

    Woof to Gizmo 🙂 Sugar is a therapy dog too and she goes to the read to the dog library. Therapy Dogs Rocks! Golden Woofs

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    • Talent Hounds says

      October 15, 2014 at 8:33 pm

      They sure do!!!! Maybe we can come and film Sugar one day too. I really love the reading programs- so many benefits for kids, especially those with challenges. I plan to do more to research and support. XS

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  9. Mark at DBDT says

    October 15, 2014 at 9:46 pm

    What a great video, Thanks for highlight the work Gizmo and Jen and Therapy Dogs everywhere.Such good work.

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    • Talent Hounds says

      October 15, 2014 at 10:09 pm

      Thanks Mark. It’s very inspiring for me! XS

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  10. Pawesome Cats says

    October 15, 2014 at 10:48 pm

    Gizmo is just adorable – what an inspiration dog!

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  11. Chewy the Golden says

    October 16, 2014 at 12:39 am

    I love how the kids hold their books so Gizmo can see!

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    • Talent Hounds says

      October 16, 2014 at 2:29 pm

      I know- so cute! and very effective. Gizmo makes them feel like great readers. XS

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  12. Tenacious Little Terrier says

    October 16, 2014 at 3:45 am

    Mr. N just started therapy work a few weeks ago! He’s working with kids at a domestic violence shelter.

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    • Talent Hounds says

      October 16, 2014 at 2:32 pm

      How wonderful! I bet Mr N brings smiles to kids who really need them. The non-verbal communication and empathy must be very good XS

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  13. hilary says

    October 16, 2014 at 10:56 am

    it is amazing how much animals help… Gizmo is awesome!

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    • Talent Hounds says

      October 16, 2014 at 2:32 pm

      Thanks Hilary. We think Gizmo is awesome too XS

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  14. Jen Gabbard says

    October 16, 2014 at 3:03 pm

    Gizmo is so sweet, and for a therapy dog he’s absolutely perfect – people are so easily connected with sweet, calm dogs, and his size is great for anyone that’s not too familiar with dogs.

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  15. Rachel Sheppard says

    October 16, 2014 at 4:37 pm

    I love when therapy dogs are promoted. It is so important that the general public understands that we need dogs in our lives!

    Reply

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