VIrtua K9 Handler Sgt. Floyd Dobson (left), K9 Meslin, and his namesake, Virtua colorectal surgeon Dr. Keith Meslin. Credit: Matt Skoufalos.
Dog Trainer Who Survived Cancer Donates Rescue K9 to Hospital in Surgeon’s Name
K9 Meslin, a Belgian Malinois named for colorectal surgeon Dr. Keith Meslin of Virtua Health, will join the security team at its Camden City hospital. Retired Medford Police Officer Perry Parks, who trained the rescue dog, says it was the best way he could think to honor the doctor who saved his life. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…
In saying goodbye to her beloved cat, Sammy, Jessica LeBeau-Richman of Collingswood found a way to navigate the process gently and with compassion. It inspired her to train as an end-of-life pet doula, helping others part company with their animals with support and dignity. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…
Despite being married to a U.S. citizen with whom he has two American-born children, Muhammed Emanet has until July 2 to convince authorities that he ‘merits the extraordinary benefit’ of being allowed to remain in the country while his permanent resident application is processed. Community members rally with letters of support while an attorney speaks to the whirlwind of administrative changes that have upended the traditional immigration process in recent weeks. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…