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WAIMEA — A special celebration was held at Queen’s North 91直播 Community Hospital as staff and visitors gathered to honor and thank the hospital’s four-legged volunteers as part of National Pet Therapy Day.

Festivities included treats for humans and pets alike, along with a proclamation from 91直播 County Mayor Kimo Alameda proclaiming April 30 as Pet Therapy Day, a specially baked dog cake, and goody bags for the animals.

Staff members got to visit with the specially trained animals, thank them for their service, and take selfies with their favorite teams.

Queen’s North 91直播 Community Hospital’s teams visit with patients, visitors and staff, bringing comfort, healing and joy.

Anyone interested in training and registering their pet as a therapy animal team can learn more at petpartners.org.