Meet Nubby, a 7-year-old long-haired Chihuahua born without back legs. Deidre Grafel is Nubby’s mom. She found him in a parking lot in California. Together, they live a fulfilled life.

Nubby is very special. He provides therapy to patients at Cardon Children’s Medical Center. At the hospital, he offers snuggles and kisses. He also enjoys getting belly rubs.

According to Deidre, Nubby’s presence doesn’t only offer comfort, but it also helps raise awareness for people with special needs like him. Deidre says, “Once we become immune to seeing and hearing and learning about special needs beings being people and pets, then we will be more accepting of them.”

Nubby is one of the therapy dogs at Banner Health. If you wish to volunteer, visit this page for more information.

Photo and article source: fox10phoenix.com

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