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Crowded airports and delayed flights are undeniably stressful, especially around the holidays.
Thankfully, United Airlines is doing its best to provide a much-needed reprieve for passengers at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport and Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport, by surprising them with some of man's best friends.
"I think it's cool. For a dog lover, it gives you a sense of home. I had a dog growing up and she was part of the family," said a passenger via ABC 13.
"I'm glad that our flight isn't delayed, but if it was, this would be so uplifting," said another traveler. "They're so sweet!"
The comfort dogs aren't just for dog lovers, though, as their mere presence is sometimes enough to help relieve stress for anxious passengers.
Here's a look at Therapy Dogs Incorporated's comfort dog Moe in Houston:
The cuteness hasn't been exclusive to Texas, as LCC K9 Comfort Dogs provided pooches for travelers to meet and pet in the Windy City:
The unique program began over the weekend and is expected to continue through Christmas Eve at both airports.
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