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Dog sworn in at state attorney's office in Chicago for new role helping child sexual assault victims
A black Labrador retriever was sworn in to the Cook County, Ill., state attorney’s office Tuesday as its first canine employee.
Two-year-old Hatty was brought in to help assist and provide support to young children who have been victims of sexual assault as they testify in court, according to WGN-9.
“She will provide a calming presence in court to our absolute most vulnerable victims,” Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx said during Hatty’s swearing-in ceremony.
The newest Chicago child's advocate was sworn in as she stood on her hind legs and placed a paw across a law book as an oath was given by Foxx.
https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/468341-dog-sworn-in-at-state-attorneys-office-in-chicago-for-new-role-helping
Two-year-old Hatty was brought in to help assist and provide support to young children who have been victims of sexual assault as they testify in court, according to WGN-9.
“She will provide a calming presence in court to our absolute most vulnerable victims,” Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx said during Hatty’s swearing-in ceremony.
The newest Chicago child's advocate was sworn in as she stood on her hind legs and placed a paw across a law book as an oath was given by Foxx.
https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/468341-dog-sworn-in-at-state-attorneys-office-in-chicago-for-new-role-helping
Good girl, Hatty!
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I take my pooch (with four other volunteers & their dogs) to the Teen and Young Adult psychiatric unit at a local hospital. It is very well received, both by patients and staff. I would heartily recommend such volunteering to anyone with a little spare time and a friendly dog - it is very rewarding all 'round. 
She is so sweet! 
