PRESS PHOTOS BY LOU WHEELANDRamona, an 11-year-old black Labrador retriever who served as the Lehigh County Courthouse therapy dog, strikes a beautiful pose at her retirement party celebration at the courthouse April 24.

Debra Naish, from the Northampton County District Attorney’s Office, greets Ramona.

Ramona receives a new toy during her retirement ceremony.

Kimberly Silvestri, victim witness coordinator, is the master of ceremonies for Ramona’s retirement ceremony. Silvestri and her family are Ramona’s caretakers, and she will live with them in her retirement.

Ramona plays with Lehigh County Deputy Sheriff Tonia Taylor during the retirement celebration. Ramona served as a comfort companion for those about to testify in court, especially children.