The Impact Andy Cohen’s Rescue Dog Have On His Life.
Andy Cohen walking his dog
It took Andy Cohen decades to realize the impact a dog could have on his life
When TV producer and personality Andy Cohen decided to get a dog three years ago, he knew adoption was the route he wanted to take.
Growing up in St. Louis, the “Watch What Happens Live” host never had a dog. When he decided to finally get one three years ago, he knew from the start that he wanted to adopt.
“There are so many great dogs available who need homes, so why buy a dog when you can help save one?” Cohen told TODAY.
When Cohen spotted a super-cute hound mix online, he fell in love, but when he went to pick up his new buddy in November 2013, he began to have cold feet about the commitment dog ownership demands.
“I thought I was saving Wacha, but he really rescued me,” Cohen said, adding that having a dog has opened his heart and made him more empathetic.
Wacha goes everywhere with him, from the Bravo Clubhouse every night to the Hamptons on the weekends in the summer. The only place he’s not allowed is on the subway, because there are too many smells. But that doesn’t stop Andy from taking it!
Cohen is now part of the North Shore Animal League America‘s program to bring shelter dogs into more schools through “Mutt-i-grees,” a program to help students become more engaged and develop social awareness.
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“I saw it myself: The kids really came alive,” Cohen said. “It’s important for kids to learn how to care for another living thing.”
Wacha was abused and suffers from PTSD (Post-traumatic stress disorder) as a result. Cohen makes sure to give him extra love and attention.
“Wacha is my full-time companion and best buddy,” he said. “My life is so much richer because of him.”
Editor note: Wacha brings out the softer, gentler, kinder side of Andy. His entire spirit has changed since adopting this adorable pup! Dogs have that wonderful effect on us.
Source:Today.com
