How did an English Bull Terrier end up as a calming presence in Petersfield's care homes? Find out in this month's Dogs with Jobs, with presenter, Kate Fairweather.

Sprout is a "one off" in many ways. He survived an operation that went horribly wrong in his puppyhood and, with the help of his owner, Lizzie Strickland, he has overcome the considerable disabilities he was left with.

Now he spreads joy to the elderly in the town's care homes and helps university students struggling with their mental wellbeing.  

Other therapy dog episodes: 
Louis the hospital visitor (Portsmouth)
Phantom the secondary school support worker
Millie the hospital visitor (Petersfield)
Patricia Bland on the qualities needed to volunteer as a therapy dog.

© Kate Fairweather, 2021

How did an English Bull Terrier end up as a calming presence in Petersfield's care homes? Find out in this month's Dogs with Jobs, with presenter, Kate Fairweather.
Sprout is a "one off" in many ways. He survived an operation that went horribly wrong in his puppyhood and, with the help of his owner, Lizzie Strickland, he has overcome the considerable disabilities he was left with.
Now he spreads joy to the elderly in the town's care homes and helps university students struggling with their mental wellbeing.  
Other therapy dog episodes: 
<ul>
<li>Louis the hospital visitor (Portsmouth)</li>
<li>Phantom the <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/petersfieldstories/phantom-the-secondary-school-reading-assistant">secondary school support worker</a></li>
<li>Millie <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/petersfieldstories/meet-millie-the-hospital-visitor?in_playlist=dogs-with-jobs">the hospital visitor (Petersfield)</a></li>
<li>Patricia Bland on <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/petersfieldstories/what-qualities-make-a-good-therapy-dog">the qualities needed to volunteer as a therapy dog</a>.</li>
</ul>
© Kate Fairweather, 2021

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Local stories, local voices and local information from Petersfield.
We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.
This feed includes all our on-demand audio. Find our more specific feeds by searching "Petersfield" on your  favourite podcast app.
Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at <a href="https://shineradio.uk">https://shineradio.uk</a>, email <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.
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Celebrate the frontline workers of the canine world.

Kate Fairweather comes face to face with a diverse cast of working dogs, perfectly equipped with the instincts, intelligence and training to handle everything their jobs throw at them.

Humans and dogs have worked together for centuries - and still do today in our communities.

Some work with handlers, drawing on their natural hunting, herding, or guarding instincts, or an exceptional sense of smell. Others perform caring roles, providing companionship and support to humans.

Podcast of the Year at the Community Radio Awards 2022.

Produced by volunteers at Petersfield's Shine Radio. Contact Kate at team@shineradio.uk or call 01730 555 500.

Celebrate the frontline workers of the canine world.
Kate Fairweather comes face to face with a diverse cast of working dogs, perfectly equipped with the instincts, intelligence and training to handle everything their jobs throw at them.
Humans and dogs have worked together for centuries - and still do today in our communities.
Some work with handlers, drawing on their natural hunting, herding, or guarding instincts, or an exceptional sense of smell. Others perform caring roles, providing companionship and support to humans.
Podcast of the Year at the Community Radio Awards 2022.
Produced by volunteers at Petersfield's Shine Radio. Contact Kate at <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call 01730 555 500.

Meet the frontline workers of the canine world.

Dogs with Jobs

Sprout, the care home visitor

Trevor Edwards turned to the gym at Whitehill & Bordon Leisure Centre after an unexpected turn of events. Following a routine operation, Trevor was rushed back to hospital with MRSA. Four months later, he left unable to walk.

Over the past 18 months, Trevor has battled through adversity, determined to achieve his goals, including one very special ambition, walking his daughter down the aisle

Trevor Edwards turned to the gym at Whitehill &amp; Bordon Leisure Centre after an unexpected turn of events. Following a routine operation, Trevor was rushed back to hospital with MRSA. Four months later, he left unable to walk.
Over the past 18 months, Trevor has battled through adversity, determined to achieve his goals, including one very special ambition, walking his daughter down the aisle

Battling through adversity to conquer your goals

Liss Athletic football club keep the minds focused on the league challenge and travel to a tough local tie against a well organised side in Whitehill and Bordon. Liss's coach says this is the challenge that will reveal where his side are truly at. https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/lissathletic/ . Petersfield the Rams men's side had themselves some really good cup results last week. Now the attention moves to league matches with a home and away tie. First up, Shine radio watches their Tuesday tie against East Cowes and Victoria. We have post match analysis and interviews with the coach and players Harry Close and Alfie Stringer. Also at Petersfield Town Football club, there's big news for the Women's Rams side. We'll reveal all on the show https://petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/ (credit Photo Malcolm Wells). Liphook United have had themselves a good start to the season and look to push on whilst riding high on confidence. But their opposition is Moneyfields reserves and this side have a fearsome reputation as warriors. https://www.liphookunitedfootballclub.org/ . In the rugby world, pre-sseason training intensifies at Petersfield Rugby club. Our pundits make their predictions on finishing positions for our talented side. https://www.petersfieldrfc.club/

Liss Athletic football club keep the minds focused on the league challenge and travel to a tough local tie against a well organised side in Whitehill and Bordon. Liss's coach says this is the challenge that will reveal where his side are truly at. <a href="https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/lissathletic/">https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/lissathletic/</a> . Petersfield the Rams men's side had themselves some really good cup results last week. Now the attention moves to league matches with a home and away tie. First up, Shine radio watches their Tuesday tie against East Cowes and Victoria. We have post match analysis and interviews with the coach and players Harry Close and Alfie Stringer. Also at Petersfield Town Football club, there's big news for the Women's Rams side. We'll reveal all on the show&nbsp;<a href="https://petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/">https://petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/</a> (credit Photo Malcolm Wells). Liphook United have had themselves a good start to the season and look to push on whilst riding high on confidence. But their opposition is Moneyfields reserves and this side have a fearsome reputation as warriors.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.liphookunitedfootballclub.org/">https://www.liphookunitedfootballclub.org/</a> . In the rugby world, pre-sseason training intensifies at Petersfield Rugby club. Our pundits make their predictions on finishing positions for our talented side. https://www.petersfieldrfc.club/

In the Sportlight 16th August

Local author Suzie Wilde and Tim O'Kelly of One Tree Books immerse you in a monthly indulgence of literature, storytelling and the world of books.

Our guest this month is KATIE MARSH, author of ROMANCE AND NOW CRIME fiction. Katie Marsh is the bestselling crime fiction author of 'How Not To Murder Your Ex'. After writing romantic fiction, she turned her hand to cosy crime novels packed with humour and unforgettable characters. Her debut novel was a World Book Night pick and her books are published in fourteen languages.

Local author Suzie Wilde and Tim O'Kelly of One Tree Books immerse you in a monthly indulgence of literature, storytelling and the world of books.
Our guest this month is KATIE MARSH, author of ROMANCE AND NOW CRIME fiction. Katie Marsh is the bestselling crime fiction author of 'How Not To Murder Your Ex'. After writing romantic fiction, she turned her hand to cosy crime novels packed with humour and unforgettable characters. Her debut novel was a World Book Night pick and her books are published in fourteen languages.

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