Service dog helps woman get through cancer treatments thanks to 'super suit'
Sydnee Geril's service dog, Tulsa, has been sporting a onesie at her chemotherapy treatments during the coronavirus pandemic.

When the coronavirus pandemic took hold in the U.S. earlier this year, Sydnee Geril stopped bringing her service dog, Tulsa, to her chemotherapy treatments. The 25-year-old made the decision out of an abundance of caution; while the chance of spreading COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus, through pet fur is unlikely, the American Veterinary Medical Association still recommends taking precautions.

But in late May, Geril discovered a onesie for dogs called the Shed Defender — which helps control shedding — and her German shepherd has been able to stay clean and get back to work by her side.

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“I’m so happy to have her back,” Geril told TODAY. “I honestly did not realize how big of an impact she had until I didn't have her.”