Thumper, an outgoing golden retriever and FSD Professional Therapy Dog, starts each morning making his rounds with HCA HealthONE Aurora Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Director Doug to bring comfort and joy to first responders, doctors, nurses, and specialists in a throughout the hospital.
Bringing sunshine to the frontlines
With Thumper's wagging tail and Doug's bright smile, it's clear this pair loves their job.
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