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A few ONLINE FAVORITES

During times of stress, traumas, crises and fear, it's always wonderful to "PAWS" and read stories about hope, love and support. A few favorites follow:

CNN - August 26, 2020

Meet Kerith, the golden retriever who comforts fiRE FIGHTERS

The firefighters at the base camp in northern California have been braving wildfires for the last week, as the Golden State continues to see acres of land burn following a heat wave and lightning strikes...

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PEOPLE.COM - August 24, 2020

Golden Retriever Therapy Dog Offers Hugs to Firefighters

As fires continue to blaze in California, Kerith the golden retriever is doing her part by visiting and comforting the firefighters battling the natural disaster. Kerith is a licensed therapy dog, and has been providing comfort to firefighters in Northern California’s Marin County for just over a year...

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SFGATE - August 26, 2020

A firefighter's best friend provides therapy

For Kerith, supporting her firefighter friends was the least she could do as they battle the Woodward Fire. On Friday morning, Kerith traveled to West Marin to join dozens of Marin County firefighters at the staging area for the Woodward Fire. She was greeted with hugs and smiles as she made the rounds ...

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THE DOG PEOPLE - SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Sweet Therapy Dog Offers Much-Needed Relief to Firefighters

With the wildfires raging along the West Coast, and firefighters working long, difficult shifts, the emotional toll can be devastating. Some of the Marin County, California firefighters are getting some relief by way of a golden retriever named Kerith. Her job: To wiggle her butt, let the firefighters pet and ...

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FOX 5 SAN DIEGO - August 25, 2020

Meet Kerith, the 2-year-old golden retriever

The firefighters at the base camp in northern California have been braving wildfires for the last week, as the Golden State continues to see acres of land burn following a heat wave and lightning strikes. They wear helmets and goggles that are streaked with ash, and their faces often remain stoic as they work ...

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POPSUGAR - September 23, 2020

My Heart Now Belongs to This Golden Retriever

As wildfires continue to spread across California, there's one bright spot amid the devastating destruction: Kerith the golden retriever. A 2-year-old therapy dog, Kerith has been diligently visiting firefighters across the state to provide much-needed emotional support and stress relief on the job...

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FROM TANK'S GOOD NEWS

Meet The Golden Retriever Providing Emotional Support

Battling California’s devastating wildfires takes a toll, both mentally and physically, on firefighters. In addition to the overwhelming flames, heat, and smoke, many of them are away from home for days or weeks at a time—away from their families and missing important milestones. It’s a tough situation ...

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GOOD NEWS NETWORK - August 28, 2020

This Affectionate Dog is Bringing So Much Joy To Firefighter

Meet Kerith, the two-year-old dog who loves trail running, beach exploring, and helping firefighters feel better. This sweet-natured golden retriever has one very important job. As a certified crisis response therapy dog, she’s tasked with helping exhausted firefighters get the kind of comfort ...

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NEW YORK POST - September 28, 2020

Golden retriever boosts morale for first RESPONDERS

Firefighters may be tough, but they need emotional support, too. That’s why the first responders battling California’s wildfires count on Kerith, a 2-year-old golden retriever and therapy animal. Kerith’s Instagram profile, which boasts over 12,000 fans, describes the compassionate pooch as one who loves typical ...

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MY MODERN MET - September 29, 2020

Adorable Golden Retriever Is Comforting FIREFIGHTERS

Day after day, firefighters and other emergency responders are risking their lives to contain the wildfires in California. According to the ​California Statewide Fire Summary report published on September 28, there are currently 27 major fires still blazing throughout The Golden State, and over 18,000 firefighters  ...

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ON TV

From ABC to CBS to NBC and all the other call letters in between, Team Kerith's hugs and kisses have hit the national and international airwaves. We even got to share top billing with Baby Yoda which was just as cool as meeting Laura on Good Morning America.

Our Pet of the Week is Kerith, a certified crisis response therapy dog providing comfort and support
GOOD MORNING AMERICA - August 28, 2020

Golden retriever helps comfort brave firefighters

Our Pet of the Week is Kerith, a certified crisis response therapy dog providing comfort and support to firefighters in California....

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ABC 7 NEWS, SAN FRANCISCO - October 26, 2020

Firefighters battling California wildfires visited by Kerith

WOODACRE, Calif. (KGO) -- Battling wildfires can take an emotional and physical toll on firefighters, but a two-year-old golden retriever has come to rescue...

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