Meet Our Teams

Aubrey is a gentle and intuitive six-year-old Malinois–Shepherd mix who volunteers with two handlers at the hospital, local schools, and serves the community through “street pastors,” and offering companionship to members of the unhoused community. Aubrey’s soothing presence and loving nature make her a source of reassurance, connection, and quiet joy to everyone she meets.

Aurora is a sweet and affectionate Golden Retriever who is happily following in the pawprints of her mom. Rori’s family visits places like college campuses for stress relief nights and local libraries. Now, Rori is excited to share her own special presence wherever she is needed. Known for her soft snuggles and eager tail wags, Aurora greets every person as a friend. With her loving nature, she makes connections — one cuddle at a time.

Brandy lives in Belgrade and loves volunteering in Waterville at a local nursing home. They passed the team evaluation last March. Brandy is an 8 year old lab but still acts like a puppy. She is very friendly and enjoys her visits. They prefer to volunteer in the morning or early afternoon.

Buddy is a lovable and gentle Whoodle who brings comfort, joy, and companionship to everyone he meets. With his calm demeanor and friendly nature, he thrives on spreading happiness during visits and making meaningful connections .

Ellie is a lively and social standard poodle who adores long walks, fetch, and meeting new people. With her playful spirit and love for attention, she’s eager to brighten days as a therapy dog.

Holly is a spirited golden retriever who loves connecting with people and spreading positivity. Her therapy dog journey is inspired by her family’s own healthcare experiences, deepening her dedication to helping others.

Jack is a gentle golden with an old soul and a love for play. His calm, affectionate nature makes him an ideal therapy partner, spreading comfort and joy wherever he goes. 

Kaiya is a rescue shepherd mix who overcame a tough start to life and now brings joy to everyone she meets. Outgoing and affectionate, she loves walks, snow, and making new friends.

Since 2015, Koda has volunteered thousands of hours across communities. As an ambassador, he has launched new programs across Maine, still finding time to hike, swim, and catch frisbees. At 15, he is semi-retired for special programs & appearances.

Lincoln is a sweet two-year-old black Lab with a gift for finding those who need comfort the most. Gentle and calm, she loves to lay by your feet or soak up pets, bringing peace and quiet joy to every visit.

Loafy Bear became a therapy dog in 2024 and loves bringing comfort to patients, students, and community members. Whether at the hospital, in schools, or at grief support events, she lights up every room with her gentle spirit and sweet smile.

Louie is a lovable Bernese Mountain Dog with a big heart and playful energy. Whether chasing balls or snuggling, he spreads comfort and joy wherever he goes.

Marmalade is a charming and devoted mini poodle who loves to comfort and entertain. With her quirky personality and gentle heart, she brings joy and healing everywhere she visits.

Muffin is a friendly mini poodle who connects with everyone, from toddlers to seniors. Known for his calming spirit and warm companionship, he’s ready to brighten days with joy and love.

Mary is a two-year-old miniature poodle who is just beginning her therapy dog journey. With her sweet and devoted nature, she brings comfort, companionship, and joy to everyone she meets.

Obie is a gentle giant who began his therapy dog journey in 2024. At 125 pounds of fluff and love, he brings joy to children in hospitals, libraries, and community programs, always ready for a cuddle or belly rub. Obie's human is fluent in ASL.

Obie, a calm and affectionate Bernese Mountain Dog, now works with a second handler who is part of the hospital team. This allows them to integrate animal-assisted therapy into daily care and reach even more people. With his gentle and loving nature, Obie brings comfort and connection wherever he goes.

Ollie is a playful and affectionate Sheepadoodle who loves greeting everyone on walks. With his gentle nature and love for snuggles, he’s a natural at bringing joy to those he meets.

Riley Bear is a goofy and affectionate golden who leaves a trail of smiles wherever he goes. With two loving handlers that he inspired into this work, he’s dedicated to bringing comfort and cheer to patients and staff.

Rosie is a sweet, outgoing golden retriever who lives to brighten people’s days. With her wagging tail and gentle head nudge, she has a natural gift for spreading warmth, comfort, and joy—one wag at a time.

Straya, an Aussiedoodle livesin Ellsworth. Straya enjoys going to work, playing in the water at camp and food. She loves to travel and enjoys sleeping on mom and dad’s bed . We became a therapy team in 2025 and can’t wait to make a difference. 

Weylin is a sweet, gentle golden retriever who loves pets and attention, often flopping at your feet for belly rubs. With his calm nature and love for people, he brings comfort to patients at Acadia Hospital.

Yoshi is a gentle Great Pyrenees who loves giving back through visits filled with comfort and tail wags. She enjoys walks, swimming, and snuggling with her favorite rope toy, always ready to bring smiles to anyone in need.