Enzo and Handler Cathy

Regional Area: West

Breed: Golden Retriever

Easygoing and ever so easy on the eyes, Enzo enjoys everything he does!

Enzo and his mom Cathy visit Regal Palms in Largo, Largo Medical Center and the Safety Harbor Library. The Library is, “paws down,” Enzo’s preferred place to be. Why? Simply put: Enzo LOVES children!

At Regal Palms, where even the doctors and nurses look forward to seeing the dogs, Enzo and his mom visit the memory ward. The residents are so wonderfully appreciative and welcoming, and for them to remember Enzo’s name is, for Cathy, a huge blessing.  The team enters the room where the residents are sitting, and they all start clapping and chanting, “Enzo!” “Enzo!” Enzo!” They can’t wait for the team’s next visit.

Besides therapy visits, the pair engages in educational events, while at home, Enzo LOVES playing the part of “couch potato.” He loves the family pool and floating on his raft. He also loves playing endless games of tug-o-war with his sister, Nugget, and chasing one another around the pool.

What melts Cathy’s heart most about Enzo is the fact that he’s such a love bug! As for this golden’s most endearing habit? Every morning at daylight, he nuzzles his way behind her head and takes half of her pillow. He then gives her several soft licks to wake her up. He wants breakfast. While she’s having her morning coffee, he comes up and sits on her lap.

The future couldn’t be brighter for Enzo and Cathy as they eagerly anticipate continuing to make others smile and ensure that they have a great day.

Training/Certifications
Basic Manners
Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
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