Melbourne Airport Comfort Canines with Space Coast Therapy Dogs Bring Smiles to Travelers

Harley, a Papillion, reporting for duty. Behind him is Timmy, a Papillion mix, part of Melbourne-Orlando International Airport's new program, MLB Comfort Canines with Space Coast Therapy Dogs.

Harley, a Papillion, reporting for duty. Behind him is Timmy, a Papillion mix, part of Melbourne-Orlando International Airport’s new program, MLB Comfort Canines with Space Coast Therapy Dogs.

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Emory DeCicco spends some time with Timmy, before returning to New York. The Melbourne Orlando International Airport is trying out a new program called MLB Comfort Canines with Space Coast Therapy Dogs, a non-profit that began in 1992 who bring their lovable and certified trained dogs to various public events, schools, libraries, and more. 10 volunteer dog handlers and 11 companion dogs rotate shifts to be at the terminal to bring joy and comfort to travelers.

Emory DeCicco spends some time with Timmy, before returning to New York. The Melbourne Orlando International Airport is trying out a new program called MLB Comfort Canines with Space Coast Therapy Dogs, a non-profit that began in 1992 who bring their lovable and certified trained dogs to various public events, schools, libraries, and more. 10 volunteer dog handlers and 11 companion dogs rotate shifts to be at the terminal to bring joy and comfort to travelers.

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Meg Jones said that meeting several dogs, including Colby, was the perfect way to end her vacation. Melbourne-Orlando International Airport is trying out a new program called MLB Comfort Canines with Space Coast Therapy Dogs.

Meg Jones said that meeting several dogs, including Colby, was the perfect way to end her vacation. Melbourne-Orlando International Airport is trying out a new program called MLB Comfort Canines with Space Coast Therapy Dogs.

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Chrome is not only a therapy dog but a show dog. He's an AKC Grand Champion.

Chrome is not only a therapy dog but a show dog. He’s an AKC Grand Champion.

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Chrome greets travelers recently at Melbourne-Orlando International Airport.

Chrome greets travelers recently at Melbourne-Orlando International Airport.

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Molly, a red golden retriever, was on the job for her 4th birthday at Melbourne-Orlando International Airport.

Molly, a red golden retriever, was on the job for her 4th birthday at Melbourne-Orlando International Airport.

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Breezy, a rather large but totally lovable Newfoundland, is very popular with travelers.

Breezy, a rather large but totally lovable Newfoundland, is very popular with travelers.

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Eight of the 10 MLB Comfort Canines handlers gather for a group photo.

Eight of the 10 MLB Comfort Canines handlers gather for a group photo.

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Timmy, Harley and Harry are bring smiles to passengers and airport staff alike.

Timmy, Harley and Harry are bring smiles to passengers and airport staff alike.

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Colby, a golden retriever, loves bringing joy to people at Melbourne-Orlando International Airport.

Colby, a golden retriever, loves bringing joy to people at Melbourne-Orlando International Airport.

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Sunny greets travelers recently at Melbourne Orlando International Airport.

Sunny greets travelers recently at Melbourne Orlando International Airport.

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The Melbourne-Orlando International Airport rolled out a new program, MLB Comfort Canines.

The Melbourne-Orlando International Airport rolled out a new program, MLB Comfort Canines.

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Ten volunteer dog handlers and 11 companion dogs rotate shifts to be at the terminal to bring joy and comfort to travelers.

Ten volunteer dog handlers and 11 companion dogs rotate shifts to be at the terminal to bring joy and comfort to travelers.

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Harry is one of the many dogs who is an expert in bringing joy to people.

Harry is one of the many dogs who is an expert in bringing joy to people.

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The Comfort Canines team poses to show off their pets.

The Comfort Canines team poses to show off their pets.

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Sunny is part of the Comfort Canines crew at the Melbourne airport, as well as a therapy dog at Health First.

Sunny is part of the Comfort Canines crew at the Melbourne airport, as well as a therapy dog at Health First.

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Passengers get ready to board at Melbourne-Orlando International Airport after visiting with Comfort Canines.

Passengers get ready to board at Melbourne-Orlando International Airport after visiting with Comfort Canines.

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