Harley, the Therapy Dog: How He Became a Hero

This is a true story. Harley (a beagle/lab mix) was Ms. Joan's best friend. She adopted him from a local shelter when she retired from the military. Harley was always there for Ms. Joan. While getting certified as a teacher, Ms. Joan would leave the house early and return late at night, and Harley would be there waiting for her, smiling and happy to see her.

Harley developed mast cell cancer in his front left paw. To save him, the doctors amputated (cut off) half of his front paw. After tha...