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March 6, 2019

Therapy dogs bring some comforting four-legged medicine into the lives of hospital patients

Harley and his handler, Anna Favuzza, make regular visits to Providence Healthcare in Toronto to brighten the lives of patients like Mary Walsh.

When Harley travels the halls at Providence Healthcare, he gets the rock star treatment.

Published in Canada
November 2, 2017

Research can never break my canine bond

A group attended the Wednesday general audience with their rescue dogs at St. Peter's Square June 2016.
Among the many compelling narratives coming out of recent hurricane disasters were stories about displaced residents saving their pets — and rescuing those of complete strangers — amidst treacherous flooding.
Published in Guest Columns