As Maverick strolls through the hallway of St. Joseph’s Health Care London (St. Joseph’s), a crowd of enthusiastic onlookers begin to gather - recognizing him by name. Maverick isn't your average St. Joseph’s volunteer - he's a majestic five- year-old Great Dane, proudly displaying his name tag and eager to get to work. Michelle Daigle, Maverick’s handler, forms this dynamic duo of volunteers. Together, they participate in a volunteer pet therapy program at St. Joseph’s Parkwood Institute, spreading joy to both patients and staff wherever they go. “He’s a gentle giant,” says Michelle. “It...
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