Pixie Magerkorth, Therapy Dog

Pixie made her first appearance to us when she was 3 months old through a rescue. She was a happy healthy mini Aussie-Poodle who later would have to overcome life changing events.

Pixie was presented at 6 months old having been mauled by 3 larger dogs while still at the rescue location. Pixie had injuries over 40% of her body and these wounds could not be surgically reduced. For two months, Pixie endured open wound management which involved sterile saline and antibiotic flushes multiple times a day and pain management. Pixie proved to be a fantastic trooper through the ordeal never once using bad language or biting.

After her wounds were healed Pixie was then spayed and she was placed in a foster home with hopes that home would be her forever home. After about a year she returned to Dr. John and he decided to keep her as part of his family.

Pixie, over her time with Dr. John, has demonstrated wonderful empathy with many people and animals without fear. It was because of this behavior that Dr. John got her enrolled in dog training to become a therapy dog.

Some of Pixie’s accomplishments include the following:

1. Canine Good Citizen Certificate – American Kennel Club

2. Advanced Canine Good Citizen Certificate – American Kennel Club

3. Therapy Dog Certification - Alliance of Therapy Dogs

4. Member of Manassas Therapy Dogs

Pixie keeps Dr. John busy with her work in senior assisted living facilities, memory care facilities, and Manassas Therapy Dogs group events.

We are truly blessed Pixie has overcome the challenges in her life and maintained a trusting and loving attitude toward all she meets. Pixie is here at Community Critter Care every day Dr. John is here.