Honey, a Golden Retriever, was announced in September as the McHenry County courthouse’s newest employee to provide emotional support to visitors, judges, employees and attorneys. She was recently certified after undergoing training. | Provided Photo
By Sam Borcia | Lake & McHenry County Scanner
The McHenry County Circuit Court announced its newest four-legged employee has been officially certified as a comfort support dog following rigorous training.
The 22nd Judicial Circuit Court in September announced that Honey the canine was its newest employee at the Michael J. Sullivan Judicial Center in Woodstock.
Honey, a nine-month-old Golden Retriever, was purchased from Sunset Goldens in Villa Park to assist in alleviating stress and promoting a calming environment within the court.
She recently completed training as a certified service animal with the Masonic Association of Service and Therapy Dogs (M.A.S.T).
The circuit court announced last week that Honey had successfully completed her certification as a service therapy dog.
Honey, a Golden Retriever, was announced in September as the McHenry County courthouse’s newest employee to provide emotional support to visitors, judges, employees and attorneys. | Provided Photo
“Congratulations to Honey, and Dan Wallis for all of the hard work and training that went into Honey’s certification as a service/therapy dog. Honey has become a very special part of our 22nd Circuit Court family, and we’re very fortunate to have her here,” Chief Judge Michael Feetterer said.
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