ELVES AMONG US!

Pepper's a pretty good looking boy whenever he's at the park to play. However, there are certain Saturday's when he is looking super sharp...and its because of a girl. And not just one girl - but more than a handful and they are all older than he is!

This is no sordid story, but rather one about the great part Pepper and mum Patricia play in enriching the lives of seniors living in a local nursing home.

Pepper is an animal companion, certified through Animal Companions WA to visit sick or elderly people to give them some licks and kisses and generally brighten their day. And the loving is not all one way; Pepper is usually the recipient of many treats and cuddles in the course of his fortnightly visits.

And the elf in the story...well that would be Pepper pictured here in his costume at the Animal Companions Christmas Party. Whilst he did win a prize for his costume - go Pepper - it was the prize for looking like a Christmas tree and not an elf...but hey, a prize is a prize.

Well done Pepper!