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Hong Kong therapy dog program booked solid until 2027 amid high demand

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A therapy dog program in Hong Kong, operated by Animals Asia, is experiencing extremely high demand, with all available slots booked until February 2027. The program, which utilizes volunteer handlers and their dogs, serves various institutions including schools, hospitals, and elderly homes. The dedication of these volunteers, who cover many of their own costs, has led to their recognition as finalists in the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards. AI

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Hong Kong therapy dog program booked solid until 2027 amid high demand

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Jimmy Chow ·

    Therapy dogs in high demand: Hong Kong programme booked out until February 2027

    A Hong Kong therapy-dog programme run by one staff member and 65 volunteers with their dogs is fully booked until February 2027, as demand from schools, hospitals and elderly homes continues to outstrip the available visiting slots. Animals Asia’s Dr Dog and Professor Paws progra…

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