CARROLLWOOD, FL -- Jasmine bounced all over the place, she snuggled up to residents and offered plenty of kisses. Affection that was much appreciated at the Emeritus at Carrollwood at 13550 South Village Drive, an assisted living facility.
Jasmine, who is the latest recruit as well as the "Pitbull Ambassador" for Hillsborough County Animal Services was invited by the Emeritus' director, Diane Bussiere.
"They give such joy to the residents. They have had animals all their lives and just to see their faces and the happiness it brings to them it is all that matters." she said.
Jasmine was taken in by the Paws For Friendship organization. The organization takes in animals. Paws for Pets employees are passionate about changing the image of certain breeds, such as pitbulls. Jan Schmidt. the local president, points to Jasmine's loving demeanor.
"She is a lovely dog who happens to be a pitbull. A dog should not be judged by breed but the personality. We do not judge the animals by breed we take a look at them as people with personalities.'
Paws For Friendship was established seventeen years ago. They have organizations all over the globe and take dogs to visit those in assisted living facilities.
As far Jasmine, she is currently up for adoption at Hillsborough County Animal Services.
