Ask Dr. Teddy

Dr. Teddy, how have you been handling the COVID-19 quarantine situation with your mom and dad? 

It is more difficult than I expected. Both mom and dad get bored and don’t appreciate the beauty of each day, and they worry about things that may never happen. 

Do you and Candy share the reponsiblity of take care of your mom and dad?

Both Candy and I are on the job 24/7, ensuring that mom and dad are safe and know that we love them!

Candy and I are protecting mom and dad from all dangers (real and imagined).
Not sure what it is or how dangerous it is, but we're on the job!
I clean up the yard.

Many people are not handling the stress resulting from the pandemic well. How are your mom and dad doing?

Mom and dad are reacting differently to the stress. Dad likes to drive around in his truck a lot. I am his co-pilot to make sure he doesn’t get lost. Dad likes to eat a lot. I like to eat a lot.

I am ready to take over driving the truck.
I am always Dad's Co-pilot so he doesn't get lost.

Mom is always there for Candy and me. I use all of my doggie skills, but sometimes just listening is what is needed.

If I sit still and let mom running her hand through my hair, I can feel the stress draining as her touch becomes softer and softer.
I try to listen to mom, but she talks too much.

Candy is a much better listener than I am and much more patient. Candy provides mom with calming therapy sessions. 

Candy listens to every word.
I prefer to play in my pool and half listen.

You certainly are under a lot of pressure, Dr. Teddy! How do you handle the stress, and what do you do in your spare time?

Both Candy and I try to play as much as possible. I am very lucky that my best friend, Cosmo, lives close to me. 

My best friend, Cosmo, and I play as often as possible.
We wrestle and take turns pinning one another. This is the very difficult shoulder pin while holding your opponent's paw in you mouth.
We tell doggie secrets and laugh.
We just run as fast as we can.
After long hours Candy and I need to rest.

Note from Mom: 

Teddy and Candy are not emotional support dogs, but they provide comfort and support daily. They have an innate understanding of how to help with anxiety or depression. They help both my husband and I maintain a more positive and optimistic perspective. When Teddy and Candy let me pet and cuddle them, I immediately feel relaxed and calm. 

Jim and I are much more active because of Teddy and Candy. We can’t sit around feeling fearful or sorry for ourselves; we have to take care of both dogs. Part of that care involves exercise. We take them on walks. Good for them and good for us.  

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