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New Pet Parents

November 20, 2020

If you’re among the many households that welcomed a new pet during COVID-19, you might be familiar with the unique anxieties of caring for a new furry friend, whether you’ve adopted a dog, a cat, or something a bit scalier. Meditation app Breethe understands the many adjustments that adding a new pet to your brood can […]

Benson Bringing Love To Others

November 20, 2020

The Ronald McDonald House in Kansas City has a new friend to try and give love and support to those who need it. “It’s been a long road,” said Marquisha Reed, who has a child at Children’s Mercy Hospital. Her 6-month-old son, Ezra, just had his second heart surgery. With her other two children at […]

Lucy Helping Students

November 20, 2020

Lucy the golden retriever couldn’t care less about masks and social-distancing protocols. Like the kids at Regal Elementary School, she just wants a hug, and they’re happy to oblige. COVID-19 has stolen so much from kids this year, including precious hugs from their favorite teacher. Thank goodness for Lucy, who’s taken up residence in the […]

Service Dogs Helping Veterans

November 20, 2020

Six years after Warrior Freedom Service Dogs was established, the organization is expanding their one of a kind program that connects veterans to trained service dogs rescued from local animal shelters. Executive Director Adam Keith says the organization’s main goal is to help veterans reconnect with society, while providing service dogs with a loving home. […]

Puppy In Training Visits

November 20, 2020

Students in teacher Michelle Bettler’s fifth-grade class at PVPV Rawlings Elementary School were in for a treat last week as Marie Massie from K9s For Warriors brought in one of her service dogs to meet the children. Massie has raised many dogs for the K9s For Warriors, and this is not the first time she […]

Oceanside Corgi Living Life

November 20, 2020

A new picture book written by a retired Lincoln Middle School teacher has eternalized a friendly corgi as Oceanside’s unofficial mascot. Deborah Burggraaf, formerly known as Miss Waller at Lincoln Middle School, is the author of “BHANTE: The Corgi of O’side,” a new picture book that tells the story of a beloved Pembroke Welsh corgi […]

Heidi Is Changing Lives

November 20, 2020

Teachers have been transformative, in the lessons they taught and words of wisdom they shared. In this year of COVID it’s also about working with students’ emotions for those who may feel anxious. “The best thing about having Heidi here is when you see her in the hallways it’s just like you just breathe, shoulders […]

Therapy Dog In The Building

November 20, 2020

Wollongong’s newest therapy dog, a Toy Cavoodle named Dre, was introduced to the team at Dr Olga Lavalle & Associates psychology clinic on Monday. Dre is four months old and is about to undergo training with Therapy Dogs NSW in preparation for his role as the newest staff member in the Crown Street practice. Dr […]

Homeless Veteran And His Dog

November 20, 2020

On Tuesday, Vietnam veteran Robert Chapin, of Texas, turned 76. However, he had no time to celebrate. He had no money and was about to be kicked out of an East Haven hotel. But that’s when his best birthday present ever was delivered. It was the gift of caring. The La Quinta Inn and Suites, […]

School Support Dog

November 18, 2020

Tessa isn’t a traditional teacher – in fact she can’t speak and tends to walk around on all fours, but the students at Elderslie Public School have learned a lot since she arrived. The certified K9 Therapy Dog joined the school’s staff this year and has become popular with students, parents and teachers alike. Tessa’s […]