Ralf the Giant Schnauzer was once a small puppy with a big barking
problem. He was facing an uncertain future until Caroline Lovick and her
loving family came along. They rescued Ralf from Tasmania and welcomed
him into their family home in Melbourne. Ralf was the recipient of daily
cuddles from Caroline's four children, who would spend hours playing
with him. He became an important part of their daily walk to school and
a celebrity at the school gates where children would stop and pat the
friendly visitor. One day Caroline and her family took Ralf to compete
at the Royal Melbourne Show. It was here that his potential as a therapy
dog was first spotted. Shortly afterwards, Ralf began working at Trinity
Manor nursing home, followed by The Royal Children's Hospital in
Melbourne, where he became an instant hit with children and their
families. Soon Ralf was a permanent fixture, earning fans far and wide.
Ralf's story is by turns heart-warming and inspiring, and is full of the
amusing antics of this endearing animal. It is a true tale of how the
love of a human owner can change a dog's life and how the love of a dog
can bring hope to those who need it most.
