Georgia The Therapy Dog

                                                                  History

The French Bulldog originated in Britain. Over time, the dogs were bred to be smaller and lighter in stature. When English lace workers moved to France, they took their petite bulldogs with them.  French bulldogs quickly became a love of native French residents, leading to their being called “French” Bulldogs. Americans who traveled to France also fell in love with the cute pups and brought them back to the United States.  Today, Frenchies are the 4th most popular breed in America.

                                                       Frenchie Characteristics

Loyal

Loving

Determined

Friendly 

Playful

Heat Sensitive

Brachycephalic (smooshed face with noisy breathing)

Bat Ears

Chirping, Barking, and Grunting

Adorable Underbite

Sensitive Skin

Poor Swimmers 

Good in small home dwellings

                                                                 Frenchie Facts

Weight: under 28 pounds.   Life Span: 10-12 years

Color: white, cream, fawn, blue

Markings: brindle, piebald, black mask, black or white shading

Coat: short and smooth with cute wrinkles

Grooming: weekly brushing, monthly bathing, and regular wrinkle cleaning

Health Issues: Breathing challenges, heat sensitivity, anesthetic sensitivity

 

Hi! My name is Georgia Millicent. Everyone calls me Georgia or Gigi. I was born on Oct. 5, 2020, in Fort Wayne. I was adopted on Dec. 4, 2020, and moved to Noblesville.  

My therapy dog training began when I was 4 months old.  My trainer would visit me on Fridays.  Her name is Kayla. She owns Sugar Creek K-9 Academy.  Having completed my training and passed the necessary evaluations, I now serve as a therapy dog. I

 really enjoy coming to work with my mom, Noelle.  It’s so fun to meet everyone. I hope you know how special you are and how much I enjoy spending time with you in session.  Dogs have big feelings, thoughts, and behaviors, too.  I’ve felt happy, sad, frustrated, mad, lonely, confused, proud, silly, hopeful, energetic, anxious, and mischievous.  

Please know that therapy is cool.  It’s your time to share emotions and talk about whatever is on your mind…all in a judgment-free zone. You’re “pawsitively” welcome to share your story.  I can’t wait to sniff, play, snuggle, and listen to you.

Resources

Daisy and Josephine / written by Melissa Gilbert

As warm as the sun / Kate and Jim McMullan

Alfred’s nose / Vivienne Flesher