ITBP Ropes In Retired Canines As 'Therapy Dogs' To Serve At Hospitals

In an uncommon move, the Indo-Tibetan Border Police have deployed five retired combat canines as 'therapy dogs' at its hospitals. Under this, the five dogs from ITBP, who worked actively in anti-Naxal operations, have started visiting hospitals and providing emotional support to the patients. The dogs also spend time with specially-abled children. ITBP DIG Sudhakar Natarajan, who is also a vet, said the initiative also aims to provide better living for ‘four-legged heroes’ post retirement.