Penny's official puppy
portrait for Guide Dogs of Texas.
Penny's official portrait
before she began formal guide dog training.
Every Texas "kid" has to
have their picture taken in the wildflowers.
Penny began her therapy work
early with a little autistic, mentally retarded boy named Daniel. She
helped him "connect, make eye contact, remain calm, and appropriately pet
her.
Penny's From Heaven: Stories of Healing was launched on August 13, 2006 at HealthSouth Rehabilitation Institute of San Antonio. The hospital awarded Penny a medal that states beautifully, "Thank you Penny for bringing out the best in all of us - 8/13/06"