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Article: Dear Dr. Fox: Is there one ...
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- June 21, 2005
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Dear Dr. Fox:
Is there one breed of small dog that would be better than another
for a family with an Alzheimer's patient? There are no young children
in the family so the dog would only be around adults and would spend
most of its time with the Alzheimer's patient.
I particularly want a small dog because I know of another
Alzheimer's patient who has one that lies on his lap for hours at a
time, and both dog and patient seem content, maybe even happy. The
dog licks the patient's face and the patient smiles.
Would a Pomeranian be a good choice? I'm drawn to that breed, but
the first consideration has to be a temperament that would be
compatible with this situation.
M.C., Salisbury, Md.
Take ...