Therapy dogs help passengers having a ‘ruff' time at Miami International Airport

MIAMI — Traveling can be "ruff," and the Miami Hound Machine is ready to assist you.

If you're traveling through Miami International Airport, you might notice some furry new travelers.

The airport announced a new therapy dog program this week, dubbed the Miami Hound Machine, saying five K-9 dogs will be walking the concourses to help greet and calm anxious travelers.

The dogs will visit the busiest areas of the airport from Thursdays to Mondays. Their locations will be shared on social media with the hashtag #MIAmiHoundMachine for guests wishing to seek them out.

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The dogs have at least six months of experience and have been certified by the Alliance of Therapy Dogs.

Miami-Dade Aviation Director Lester Sola said traveling can sometimes be stressful and hopes the new program will help keep passengers at ease.

Associated Press