Roxie (2011 – 2024)
Our gorgeous Roxie died on 30th April 2024. She was an integral part of the Kingfisher family, and she brought joy and light to us all. She was often at our offices, and was here long before most of the staff.
In her role as a bereavement dog, her presence encouraged noticeable changes in many people. She brought normality and familiarity to people who were in a very abnormal situation as they faced their own losses.
We believe very strongly in the therapeutic qualities of dogs, and many of our clients met Roxie and would come in specifically to see her. There is something about the innocence and friendliness of dogs that helps enormously when we experience bereavement. Their love never falters.
We miss Roxie a great deal, but we look back on a life filled with happiness, long walks, swims in the river, and, of course, food.
What is a bereavement dog?
Pet therapy is common in care homes, hospitals and schools, and bereavement dogs can really help people feel companionship after the loss of a relative. They can provide a calming presence for people, especially children, who are attending a funeral home. They can also relax people who have never attended one before and don’t know what happens.