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‘Tis the season for holiday cheer! But what’s your dog’s FAVORITE part of the holidays? Is it the extra treats, the cozy naps by the fire, or maybe playing with new toys? Tell us below!
#HolidayDogs #DogLife #ChristmasDogs #PetHoliday #DogsOnCall #CHAI #FurryFriends #HolidayCheer #DogLove
Alt Text: A group photo showing four smiling people and a small, white fluffy therapy dog standing in front of a Mix 98.1 banner. A man in a blue hoodie holds the dog in the center. Overlaid graphics include a large microphone illustration on the left, the Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU logo at the top, and text that reads "RADIOTHON" and "THANKS FOR INVITING US!"
"Mic check, one two! 🎤🐾 Thank you Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU for inviting us to Radiothon, and to Mix 98.1 for putting our Dogs on Call program in the spotlight! We loved talking about the power of puppy love.
#DogsOnCall #Radiothon #Mix981 #TherapyDogLife"
A "Giving Tuesday" graphic. A golden retriever with people petting it is in the foreground, with the text "GIVING TUESDAY" and "2 December." A white box contains a message about donating to the cause, a QR code, and a website address.
Today is #GivingTuesday! Your support allows the Center for Human-Animal interaction to continue our vital research and expand our Dogs On Call therapy dog program, bringing comfort and healing to countless individuals.
#GivingTuesday #Donate #SupportCHAI #DogsOnCall #NonProfit #MakeADifference
A graphic for "Election Day 2025." The top of the image shows a waving American flag with stars. Below that, a dog's paw is shown in the foreground, pressing down on a paper ballot with a checkmark in one of the boxes. The text "ELECTION DAY 2025" is large and prominent.
Today is Election Day! Your voice matters. Head to the polls and make your vote count. When you get home, we’re sure your furry co-pilot will be ready to greet you, no matter the outcome.
#ElectionDay #Vote #YourVoiceMatters #CivicDuty #DogsOfDemocracy #DogsOnCall #CHAI #GoVote
A graphic with the title "Animal-Assisted Therapy" and the text "can significantly reduce perceived pain levels in patients." The graphic is a collage of six photos showing therapy dogs visiting patients in a hospital setting. The photos show various dogs interacting with people of different ages, some in beds and others in chairs.
Did you know that animal-assisted therapy can significantly reduce perceived pain levels in patients? Understanding this helps us refine our Dogs on Call program for maximum impact.
#Research #AnimalAssistedTherapy #PainManagement #HealthcareInnovation #HumanAnimalBond #CHAI #DogsOnCall
A black and white photo of a person wearing a face mask bending down to pet a small dog. To the right, a large green block contains the text "Animal Welfare Week."
It’s Animal Welfare Week! Beyond providing love and care, what’s one simple action you take to ensure the welfare of animals in your community? Tell us below!
#AnimalWelfareWeek #AnimalWelfare #PetAdvocacy #CommunityCare #ResponsiblePetOwner #CHAI #DogsOnCall #MakeADifference #ProtectAnimals
A graphic with a photo of a therapy dog visiting a hospital. A young child in a pink shirt is looking at the camera, while an adult is on the left petting a golden retriever in the foreground. The graphic includes the text "Improve your child's health today" and a large title, "Child Health Day."
On Child Health Day, we celebrate the well-being of our youngest community members. Did you know interacting with therapy dogs can have benefits for children’s emotional and physical health?
#ChildHealthDay #KidsHealth #TherapyDogs #AnimalAssistedTherapy #ChildWellness #DogsOnCall #CHAI #Pediatric
A graphic titled "From the DOGS ON CALL files," featuring a black lab named Kris Kringle McKringleberry. The graphic includes three photos: the top right shows the dog with a child, the bottom left shows the dog being petted by two women, and the bottom right is a close-up of the dog's face with snow on its fur.
We visited a young patient who was very excited to see Kris. She called him by her own dog's name and invited him for a "sleepover," which Kris happily obliged. As they snuggled up together on her bed, she kept whispering to Kris and smiling.
- Shared by Dogs on Call Handler Kelly
#DogsOnCall
A graphic for National Dog Week. A smiling black and brown doodle. The graphic includes a large red paw print in the corner and the text "NATIONAL DOG WEEK."
Happy Responsible Dog Ownership Day! This is the perfect lead-in to National Dog Week, which starts tomorrow! What’s one thing you do as a responsible dog owner?
#ResponsibleDogOwnership #AKCDogOwnershipDay #NationalDogWeek #DogCare #PetHealth #Training #DogsOnCall #CHAI #DogParents
A thank you poster for a successful "Pups on the Plaza" event. The main text on the right says, "THANK YOU FOR A SUCCESSFUL." The bottom left has the event title, "PUPS ON THE PLAZA." Two Polaroid-style photos show therapy dogs and people: the top shows a woman in a blue shirt with a brown dog on a chair, and the bottom shows a dog on its back receiving a belly rub.
A thank you graphic dedicated to Holiday Barn Pet Resorts. The text at the top says "THANKS TO." Below that, the Holiday Barn Pet Resorts logo is featured on a dog bone-shaped background, with cartoon mascots of a cat and a dog on either side. A blurry photo of a person petting a dog is behind the logo. Text at the bottom explains that Holiday Barn covered the first 200 meals to support a research and therapy dog program.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to Pups on the Plaza today! It was a truly wonderful day filled with our amazing Dogs on Call teams, fantastic food, lively music, and the best community.
#POTP25 #ThankYou #DogsOnCall #VCU #CommunitySupport #HumanAnimalInteraction #RichmondEvents
Promotional poster announcing, "IT'S HERE! PUPS ON THE PLAZA." The main text and event details are on the left, including the date, time, and location. On the right, two Polaroid-style photos are stacked. The top photo shows a smiling person with a black dog. The bottom photo shows a golden retriever visiting a person in a hospital bed.
It’s HERE! 🎉 Pups on the Plaza is officially kicking off in just 1 hour! Come join us in front of MMEC (1201 East Marshall Street) for a paw-some time with our incredible Dogs on Call teams, food, and great music.
#POTP2025 #DogsOnCall #EventDay #RichmondVA #CommunityEvent #FoodTrucks #LiveMusic
A "Pups on the Plaza" promotional poster. The main text says "Only 1 Day!" with event details including the date and location. Two Polaroid-style photos show therapy dogs interacting with people. The top photo shows a dog looking up at a person in a medical coat. The bottom photo shows a child in a "I'm a Huge Fan" shirt petting a golden retriever.
The moment you’ve all been waiting for is almost here! TOMORROW is “Pups on the Plaza”! We can’t wait to share this experience with you. See you there!
🗓️ Thursday, September 18, 2025
⏰ 11am-2pm
📍 In front of MMEC, 1201 East Marshall Street
#POTP2025 #DogsOnCall #VCU #RVAEvents #Community
A promotional poster for "Pups on the Plaza." The top of the image says "Only 2 Days!" and has event details. To the right are two photos. The top photo shows a smiling person in a chair with a dog on their lap, while the bottom one shows a person and a child petting a golden retriever. The bottom of the poster notes that lunch tickets are provided by Holiday Barn Pet Resorts.
Just 2 more days until “Pups on the Plaza”! We’ve got a fantastic event planned for you, featuring food, music, and of course, our amazing Dogs on Call teams. Get ready for some good vibes and furry friends!
#POTP25 #DogsOnCall #VCUHealth #VCU #Fun #Countdown #HumanAnimalInteraction
A graphic for National Vet Tech Week. The image shows a smiling veterinary technician on the right, with three different dogs gathered around her. The text "National VET TECH Week" is in the top right corner.
This National Veterinary Technician Week, we send a huge thank you to the incredible vet techs who care for our beloved pets! Their expertise and compassion are vital.
#VetTechWeek #VeterinaryTechnicial #AnimalHealthcare #PetCare #VetMed #Research #CHAI #DogsOnCall #ThankYouVetTechs #AnimalWellness
A promotional poster for "Pups on the Plaza." Two Polaroid-style photos show therapy dogs, one with a smiling golden retriever and another with a spotted dog wearing a bandana. The main text announces "Only 3 Days!" and provides the event's date and location. A line at the bottom mentions that the first 200 lunch tickets are from Holiday Barn Pet Resorts.
Only 3 days until “Pups on the Plaza”! We’re getting the music ready and our Dogs on Call teams are practicing their best “hello!”
🗓️ Thursday, September 18, 2025
⏰ 11am-2pm
📍 In front of MMEC, 1201 East Marshall Street
#POTP25 #DogsOnCall #VCUHealth #VCU #Countdown #HumanAnimalInteraction
A promotional poster for "Pups on the Plaza." A bright "TICKETS" sign is at the top. Below the sign, a white dog and a dalmatian are shown, with the text "Pups on the Plaza" and details about a pre-sale event.
Today is your last chance to get t-shirts before “Pups on the Plaza”! Our team is at the Main Hospital Kiosk until 2pm. Dogs on Call teams are there, too! Come support the Center for Human-Animal Interaction and enjoy a day filled with dogs, food, and music! See you there!
#POTP25 #DogsOnCall #VCU
A promotional poster for "Pups on the Plaza." A "TICKETS" sign with bright lights is in the top half of the image. Below it, two dogs, a golden retriever and a black and white dog with big eyes, are shown against a blue background. The text announces a pre-sale for tickets.
Can you feel the excitement building? This is your final reminder that our last “Pups on the Plaza” pre-sale is tomorrow! Get your tickets and join us for a paw-some day of fun.
Pre-sale details:
🗓️ Thursday, September 15, 2025
⏰ 11am-2pm
📍 Main Hospital Kiosk
#POTP25 #DogsOnCall #VCUHealth #VCU
Image Alt Text: A "Pups on the Plaza" promotional poster announcing, "1 Week Until..." The main image is a smiling golden retriever. To the right are three Polaroid-style photos showing a child and a dog, a person's hands petting a dog, and a smiling bald woman with a dog on her lap. The poster provides event details, including the date, time, and location.
Only 1 week until “Pups on the Plaza”! We’re getting the music ready and our Dogs on Call teams are stretching for all the love they will be sharing! Mark your calendars.
#POTP2025 #DogsOnCall #VCUCommunity #RichmondVA #RichmondEvents #Countdown
Image Alt Text: A "Pups on the Plaza" promotional poster. At the top is a movie marquee-style sign with the word "TICKETS" in red and white lettering, surrounded by light bulbs. Below the sign, two therapy dogs, a fluffy white one and a golden retriever, look at the camera. Text in the center announces the event's ticket pre-sale date and time.
It’s here! The first day of our “Pups on the Plaza” pre-sale is happening right now! Come say hi to our amazing Dogs on Call teams, grab your tickets, and get ready for the big event on September 18th. We’re at the Main Hospital Kiosk until 2pm!
#POTP2025 #DogsOnCall #VCUCommunity #RichmondVA
A promotional poster for "Pups on the Plaza." The top left has the title "Pups on the Plaza" over a smiling golden retriever. To the right are three Polaroids showing a child in a hospital bed petting a dog, a person's hands petting a dog, and a smiling bald woman with a dog on her lap. Text at the bottom provides event details, including pre-sale dates and a note about lunch tickets from Holiday Barn Pet Resorts.
Save the date! The “Pups on the Plaza” event is coming soon!
🗓️ Thursday, September 18, 2025
⏰ 11am-2pm
📍 In front of MMEC, 1201 East Marshall Street
#POTP25 #DogsOnCall #VCUHealth #VCU #RichmondEvents #SaveTheDate
A graphic with flame-like borders. In the center, text reads "NATIONAL PET FIRE SAFETY DAY" followed by four bullet points with icons: "Rescue Alert Sticker," "Include Pets in Escape Plan," "Leashes Near Exits," and "No Open Flames." At the bottom, it says "PREVENTION SAVES LIVES."
Today is National Pet Fire Safety Day, and it's a crucial reminder to include your furry family members in your home safety plan. Your pet's safety is paws-itively important!
#PetFireSafetyDay #SafetyFirst #EmergencyPreparedness #DogsOnCall #ProtectYourPets #TherapyDogs #DogsofInstagram
Two golden retriever therapy dogs, Wrigley and Bear, wearing blue Dogs on Call vests, sit under a tree with an American flag visible in the background. Text overlay reads "All American PET PHOTO DAY July 11, 2025."
Happy All-American Pet Photo Day! We love celebrating all the wonderful furry friends across our nation, especially our very own Dogs on Call patriotic pups! Here are two of our own "All-American" superstars, Wrigley and Bear, showing off their true colors!
#AllAmericanPetPhotoDay #DogsOnCall
A corgi therapy dog named Cassie lies on the hospital bed next to a smiling woman patient. The woman is wearing a hospital gown and has an IV. “I want to thank Dogs on Call for everything they did for me. I loved and looked forward to seeing the pups. - Shared by a VCU Health Patient.”
#MondayMotivation #DogsOnCall #TherapyDogSmiles #PawsitiveStartToTheWeek #TherapyDogs #DogsofInstagram #RichmondDogs
A white and grey whippet therapy dog, wearing a blue Dogs on Call vest and a red, white, and blue bandana, is being touched by an unseen person's hands. An American flag is in the background. Text overlay reads "HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY 4th of July."
Happy Independence Day from Dogs on Call! While we love the celebrations, we know fireworks can be a scary time for our furry friends. Keep them indoors, create a safe space, muffle the noise!
Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday!
#HappyFourth #DogSafety #FireworkSafety #DogsOnCall
A golden retriever therapy dog wearing a blue Dogs on Call vest and purple leash sits next to two large pet tags, one red and one gold, both are bone-shaped. Text overlay reads "National ID YOUR PET DAY" at the top and “Center for Human-Animal Interaction and chai.vcu.edu” at the bottom.
Happy National ID Your Pet Day! Today is a great reminder to make sure your furry family members have up-to-date identification. Our Dogs on Call pups are always sporting their tags, keeping them safe and sound.
#NationalIDYourPetDay #PetSafety #MicrochipYourPet #DogsOnCall #LostPetPrevention
A golden retriever therapy dog is partially visible behind a translucent overlay that includes two crossed American flags. Text reads: "Memorial Day – Remember & Honor." Center for Human-Animal Interaction and chai.vcu.edu at the bottom.
Today we remember and honor the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country.
Some of our therapy dogs have comforted veterans and their families. We salute them all.
#MemorialDay #DogsOnCall #RememberAndHonor #VeteranSupport
A digital graphic featuring four therapy dogs surrounding large, bold text that reads “THANK YOU” in black letters. The background is a gradient of icy blue and white. Two of the dogs are wearing “Dogs on Call” vests. Each dog has a distinct, friendly expression, representing appreciation and warmth. Center for Human-Animal Interaction and chai.vcu.edu at the bottom.
We couldn’t do this without our incredible volunteers. Thank you for every walk, every smile, and every visit. Here's a peek at the pups behind the magic.
#ThankYouFriday #DogsOnCall #VolunteerAppreciation #HealingWithDogs
Human and dog paws form a heart around the Wellesley Animal Hospital logo. Text reads: "Thank you to our calendar sponsors – Wellesley Animal Hospital. Caring for all of your pets." Center for Human-Animal Interaction and chai.vcu.edu at the bottom.
🐶🐾 We’re so grateful to Wellesley for sponsoring our Dogs on Call Calendar! Your passion for pet care helps our therapy dog teams make a difference!
📸🐕 Wagging tails await!
#ThankYou #DogsOnCall #TherapyDogs #RidgeDogShop #HelpingPetsHelpingPeople
Three postcard-style photos of a fluffy white therapy dog named Missy with handler Tracy. One image shows Missy receiving belly rubs from staff, another shows Tracy holding Missy. Text reads: "Pawsitive Postcards – Missy & Tracy." Center for Human-Animal Interaction and chai.vcu.edu at the bottom.
"Missy and I were completing visits when a nurse approached us and asked us to visit a floor that was having a 'really hard day.' Missy immediately got to it, providing moments of respite to teary-eyed staff. I knew that this was exactly where we were supposed to be."
– Missy & Tracy
#DogsOnCall
Text on a cream-colored background reads: "Myth Busting Monday – Therapy Dogs and Service Dogs are the Same." Buttons labeled “Myth” and “Fact” appear below. A man and woman pose with a small therapy dog. Center for Human-Animal Interaction and chai.vcu.edu at the bottom.
MYTH: Therapy dogs ≠ Service dogs. FACT: Therapy dogs bring comfort to many, while service dogs support one individual with specific disability needs. Know the difference!
#TherapyDogFacts #DogsOnCall #MythBustingMonday #ServiceVsTherapy #AnimalAssistedTherapy
