Istanbul Airport has made five new hires to provide a stress-free travel experience for anxious passengers: therapy dogs that are ready to offer support with snuggles, belly rubs and sloppy kisses. The dogs are part of the airport's new pilot project, aimed at easing stress and anxiety among travelers.
A traveler pets the dog Kuki while walking with handler through Istanbul Airport in Turkey, Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Istanbul Airport has made five new hires to provide stress-free travel experience for anxious passengers: therapy dogs that are ready to offer support with snuggles, belly rubs and sloppy kisses. The airport therapy dog Alita wears a uniform while walking with a handler through Istanbul Airport in Turkey, Wednesday, April 3, 2024.
All four-legged members of the program are certified therapy dogs, professionally trained and conditioned to comfort humans. Kuki, a Lagotto Romagnolo, an Italian retriever breed, is team captain. He works hard to please but likes his breaks and sometimes plays hooky.The team’s veterinarian said each dog’s temperament dictates their hours on the job each day.
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