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Alexandras A Model Patient: Meet eight-year-old Alexandra the Mongrel - Britain
Alexandras A Model Patient: Meet eight-year-old Alexandra the Mongrel - Britains perfect pet " patient". She is the resident demonstration dog at Londons Royal Veterinary College. This means that her job is pretending to be a patient to help young vets to cultivate a good petside manner. Alexandra has had her temperature taken, her heart listened to, and has opened her mouth wide more times than any other dog in the world. She was adopted by the college some years ago and is a real pet among the students. At the weekend she acted as a patient during three demonstrations given to hundreds of vets at the British Small Animals Veterinary Associations Congress in London. Her reward: A juicy steak served on a silver dish. March 1964 P000713
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Meet Alexandra, Britain's perfect pet patient! This adorable eight-year-old mongrel has taken on the important role of being the resident demonstration dog at London's Royal Veterinary College. With her charming personality and cooperative nature, Alexandra helps young vets cultivate their petside manner by pretending to be a patient. Alexandra is no stranger to medical procedures - she has had her temperature taken, her heart listened to, and even opened her mouth wide more times than any other dog in the world. Her dedication to this role has made her a beloved companion among students at the college since she was adopted years ago. Recently, Alexandra showcased her skills as a model patient during three demonstrations at the prestigious British Small Animals Veterinary Associations Congress in London. Hundreds of veterinarians were captivated by her calm demeanor and willingness to cooperate. As a token of appreciation for all her hard work, Alexandra received a well-deserved reward: a juicy steak served on a silver dish. It's clear that this furry friend holds a special place in everyone's hearts. This heartwarming photo from March 1964 captures Alexandra in action, reminding us of the incredible bond between humans and animals. Whether it's providing comfort or teaching valuable lessons, our four-legged friends truly enrich our lives.
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