Wynn, a trainee service dog from Denver, is doing all he can in the fight against coronavirus.
Wynn offers free cuddles and comfort to exhausted medical staff members.
The one-year-old yellow Labrador goes to the ER at Rose Medical Center and provides the weary medics the much-needed love and affection.
Wynn, who is from non-profit Canine Companions for Independence, is training to become an assistance dog for children, adults, and veterans who might need his help.
Currently, Wynn is commissioned to extend his love to the doctors working in the stressful environments of emergency rooms during the coronavirus outbreak.
The doctors take a break from their shift to go to the retiring room to listen to some soothing music and enjoy the company of this friendly pooch.
To make sure Wynn is not infected by the deadly virus, anyone who wants to touch Wynn is required to wash their hands first.
Emergency physician at the Rose Medical Center, Dr. Susan Ryan is training Wynn.
She recently shared a photo of Wynn with her, both sitting on a hospital floor with Susan wearing a mask, face shield and scrubs.
In the caption of the picture, Susan explained how she took a break after treating a patient and spent some time enjoying Wynn’s company.
“I saw Wynn coming back in from being walked outside,” Susan told CNN. “I just slumped down on the floor and said ‘can I just have a minute with her?’”
According to Susan, having a dog around in a hospital can have a positive impact on the efficiency of medical staff, especially when they are working in long and hectic shifts.
She said: “Seeing stuff and hearing stuff that you can’t unsee has an impact on you.
“That’s where the dogs come in. When you are in the presence of the dog and petting them you are taking a moment to ground yourself at that present time.”
Speaking of the deadly virus that is continuing to cause serious trouble across the globe, there have so far been 1,086 confirmed cases in Colorado and the death toll in the state is so far 20.
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