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Brandon Service Dog Has Her Day
The Brandon pup was awarded a year's worth of dog food.
Shelly proves that even the smallest creatures can make a big difference in the lives of the people who love them.
The Hillsborough Animal Health Foundation and the Hillsborough County Veterinary Medicine Society recognized Shelly, a 4-year-old Chihuahua-Yorkie mix service dog, for her dedicated service to her owner, Paul Armstrong of Brandon, who is a quadriplegic.
The dog was recognized during the HAHF and HCVMF annual dinner June 22. Hill's Pet Nutrition representatives were on hand at the event to present Shelly with a year's supply of dog food.
The HAHF and HCVMS also presented scholarship awards to local college students pursuing careers in veterinary medicine: Rhonda L. Fouts, Hillsborough Community College, and Michael Kearley, University of Florida.
The Hillsborough Animal Health Foundation is celebrating 25 years of public service and advocacy for responsible, healthy, happy pet ownership. It was founded in 1987 by a community-minded group of Hillsborough County veterinarians to foster the human/animal bond and promote responsible
pet ownership, improved pet health and pet care through an emphasis on pet owner education. For more information, visit www.hahf.org or email info@hahf.org.
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