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My Pet Pal: Duke

October 01, 2018 7:32 am • Last Updated: October 01, 2018 8:29 am

I would like you to meet Duke, an English mastiff who turns 2 in November. Duke makes a great companion because he is a therapy dog at Harbor Village. He has helped so many people who did not smile: they smile and continue to smile when Duke walks in the door, and Duke gets so excited when he knows he is going. He will run down the stairs to tell you it is time to go and knows what days are his day. Duke has changed many lives and continues to change lives every day.

Elizabeth Maynard-White and Debra White-Maynard

New London

My Pet Pal is a reader-submitted feature that highlights local residents and their favorite furry, feathery or scaly friends. Send a photo of you and your pet, along with a short description of what makes them a great companion, your name and what town you live in to times@theday.com. Include “pet pal” in the subject line.

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