An innovative pet therapy program launched last week at Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford with Magnolia Grace, a sweet three-year-old poodle nicknamed Maggie.
After completing a year-long training program to prepare her for community service, Maggie was welcomed to Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford at a blessing ceremony led by hospital chaplain Keith Travis. Maggie and her handler Nancy Wiggs had the opportunity to meet and bond with several patients. Nancy, a longtime Murfreesboro resident, said that Maggie's hobbies include bird-watching, eating treats, and pestering her labrador brother.
Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford is excited to expand the pet therapy program in the near future. Please enjoy the pictures above from Maggie's special first visit.
