Sure we have humans on this podcast but the true star is Chip, the Chippewa Fall’s Police Department’s therapy dog. Investigator Joan Lawcewicz is Chip’s handlerand she and Chip visit with Heather on this latest episode to discuss the role Chip and therapy dog’s in general play.
There are the fun outreach events including parades, butChip is also used for example soothing young children (and adults) during active incidents and trauma from crime scenes.
We also learn Joan’s path to being Chip’s handler and hertraining with him. She did this all while dealing with an ankle injury and giving birth to her daughter! Nonetheless, what was the training like and what did it take for Chip to become certified?
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