Dog comforts grieving protesters at demonstration over George Floyd's death

A dog comforted grieving protesters at a demonstration outside the Governor's Mansion Monday. (FOX 9)

A woman brought her dog to the peaceful demonstration at the Governor's Mansion in St. Paul, Minnesota Monday, where the dog helped comfort many grieving people during the sit-in. 

Approximately 2,000 people gathered for Monday's peaceful protest, calling for more aggressive charges the former Minneapolis police officer charged in the death of George Floyd on Memorial Day. 

The owner shared photos of her dog, EnVee, at the demonstration, showing protesters petting and hugging EnVee. 

In one photo, EnVee is licking the face of a sobbing protester.

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Dog comforts protesters during demonstration over George Floyd’s death

One woman's dog comforted protesters outside the governor's mansion during a demonstration over George Floyd's death.

A dog comforted grieving protesters at a demonstration outside the Governor's Mansion Monday.

EnVee’s owner told FOX 9 EnVee is not even a service dog…"she’s just a lover.” 

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Thousands gather for protest at Governor’s Mansion

The Police Department said more than 2,000 gathered on Summit Avenue for a peaceful protest.