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My "Journey" with Journey

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Imagine losing a dog who looked at you like you were the best thing since sliced bread and followed you everywhere. This is what happened to me today and I am absolutely devastated. I patiently waited for a service dog for three and a half years. In that time, we had a dog who was too hyper, a dog who was too short and then we got journey.. . Journey is the sweetest dog I have ever met but unfortunately he made it more difficult for me to walk.  He was way too distracted by other dogs, people and smells. He also did not listen to a word I said because well he thought he was Alpha dog. Unfortunately, with my lack of strength and his need to be in control it made for a dangerous match. However, for the three weeks I had my Journey he made me laugh and smile so much. I hope he makes his new owner as happy as he made me. Today he made the "Journey" to Pennsylvania to be with a Veteran who has PTSD and also needs help with her mobility. Having a service dog for a short