Canines in Scrubs: The Unlikely Allies Bringing Hope to Hospitalized Kids In recent years, children's hospitals across the country have seen a growing trend: facility dogs.
These specially trained canines are not only charming their way into patients' hearts but also serving as crucial support animals during some of the most trying times in young lives.
While volunteer therapy dogs may receive attention, these full time working dogs have earned a unique spot on hospital staffs due to their ability to enter sensitive areas and provide emotional comfort throughout entire hospital stays.