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Toby the Therapy Dog Spreads Cheer in Massachusetts

December 10, 2019

Toby, the sweet-natured and nurturing goldendoodle, often visits veterans, schools and nursing homes.

Meet Toby, the therapy dog who has brought cheer and comfort to patients, staff and visitors at MelroseWakefield Hospital for years. Our friends at NBC10 Boston recently joined Toby at the hospital for his 800th visit!
 

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