EMBED >More News Videos Elsa, the resident therapy dog at Texas Children's Hospital, brought the spirit of Valentine's Day to the hospital's patients. Texas Children's Hospital's therapy dog "Elsa" celebrated her 2nd birthday on Thursday with patients and friends alike.The four-legged, full-time employee arrived at the hospital in October 2016 and has brought smiles and comfort to patients, families, visitors and employees ever since.To commemorate her special day, Elsa donned a colorful tutu, party hat, and a birthday bandana. The two collaborate with medical teams and physical and occupational therapists to provide support to patients who may be having trouble coping with hospital stays, a new diagnosis or other experiences. She spent time greeting patients and guests, playing with her new toys and enjoyed a dog-friendly birthday cake from Three Brothers Bakery.Patients also wrote birthday cards for Elsa and decorated cookies to enjoy.Graciously funded by a donor family, the golden retriever spends her days with her handler and Texas Children's child life specialist, Sarah Herbek.
Texas Children's Hospital therapy dog celebrates birthday
Texas Children's Hospital first full-time therapy dog, Elsa, celebrated her second birthday with patients on February 23, 2017. HOUSTON - Texas Children's Hospital four-legged employee celebrated her second birthday with patients and friends. Photos: Paul Vincent Kuntz / Texas Children's Hospital. Photos: TCH therapy dog celebrates her birthday with patients(© 2017 KHOU) Elsa became a full-time employee last October.
Texas Children's Hospital holds birthday bash for therapy dog
The golden retriever has been a therapy dog at Texas Children's Hospital since October. The hospital held a birthday bash on Thursday for its therapy dog, Elsa. HOUSTON - Texas Children's Hospital hosted a special celebration for a beloved member of its staff. Elsa spends her days with her handler and Texas Children's child life specialist, Sarah Herbek. Elsa enjoyed playing with her new toys and eating a dog-friendly birthday cake from Three Brothers Bakery.
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