Koda-the Sidekick

21/12/2024

This week my friends and I spread some tailwagging holiday cheer at Eastern Maine Medical Center with the first hot cocoa with Santa paws event!

More than 600 staff stopped in for a few moments to relax, unwind, and make merry—a great remedy for anyone having a hectic day! I heard it is likely their most popular festive stress reliever ever and that it is sure to be an annual event from now on! 🐾 🎅🏼

21/12/2024

No better way to spend a snowy winter’s solstice, then by listening to stories from new friends. Thanks for everyone who came to the Bangor Public Library for Paws for Tales today! 🐾 📚 ❄️

18/12/2024

Hey, look me and my friends made the news today!

BANGOR -- Employees at Northern Light EMMC were treated to an early Christmas present Tuesday with a hot cocoa bar and a visit with one of the many therapy dogs

13/12/2024

“In the golden glow of old dogs, love shines brightest.”

Woof! Today is my barkday! Can anyone guess how many years young I’m turning today? 🐾💝

10/12/2024

“It’s the most wonderful time of year!”

It’s finals time at Husson University and once again they invited in some reinforcements from some furry four legged elves to help provide some stress relief while they prepare for their exams. Tonight I visited with a group of students enjoying pats and treats in hopes it’ll help them ace all of their! Good luck students and see you in 2025! 📚 🐾 🐕‍🦺

09/12/2024

Come visit me tonight!!!

Furry stress relief coming right up!

28/11/2024

25/11/2024

Thank you, Veazie Community School for inviting me to your career day today to talk a little bit about my special job as a therapy dog! And how kids can grow up into to work with therapy dogs every day like my mom!💞🐾

31/10/2024

Happy Halloween! 🎃 Wishing everyone a safe and fun day of trick or treating! (Emphasis on the treats!!)

Have fun being spooky but remember to be kind 👻🧡🐾

Can you guess what Ru and my costume is?!?

23/10/2024

“Your calm mind is the ultimate weapon against your challenges.” – Brian McGill

Did you know that petting and spending time with a therapy dog like me helps reduce stress, decrease anxiety, and reduce blood pressure? That makes me the perfect study partner!

I Had so much fun meeting so many students at Husson University today. Me and my friends from Northern Light visited over 150 students this week to help them get through midterms! See you all at finals!🐾📚

19/10/2024

“You can find magic wherever you look. Sit back and relax, all you need is a book.” -Dr. Seuss

Did you know reading to a therapy dog like me can improve literacy skills in children and help them build confidence and a joy for reading?!?! So happy to help launch the new Northern Light Paws for Tales reading program at the Bangor Public library!

I had a great day making so many new reading friends and hearing so many stories!!!❤️🐾📚

14/10/2024

So excited to be back at the library! If you know a kiddo that would like to read to a therapy dog like me then click on the link below to learn more and sign up!

It Starts this Saturday, October 19 at Bangor Public library from 12 to 2!🐾📚

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center partners with Bangor Public Library to support youth literacy with therapy dogs

11/10/2024

My friends and I supported grieving students at a local school today. It was a hard job but the students are very brave and I hope spending some time with us brought them the love and comfort they needed during this difficult time.♥️🐾

Some of the medical center's therapy dogs provided comfort to grieving students this week after a tragic student death.

10/09/2024

Hi friends! Please support my efforts in walking World's Largest Pet Walk 2024 to help Pet Partners and Pet Partners of Eastern Maine with a donation. I'm raising money for this cause to help grow our therapy dog teams (like me!) in our community! I hope that you feel the same way.

You can make your donation at https://p2p.onecause.com/wlpw/stacey-coventry/donate.

Thanks in advance for your support!

I’m walking in the World’s Largest Pet Walk, presented by Wellness Pet CompanyThis September, I am joining thousands of walkers from all over the world who are lacing up their walking shoes and grabbing their leashes to participate in the World’s Largest Pet Walk. Your support is critical, joi...