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Bowling Green’s gentle giant Benny shares his enthusiasm and love for people

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Posted By: Dustin Galish November 6, 2022

A 165 lb Newfoundland therapy dog, Benny has made his mark on Bowling Green with the Paws for Reading program at Wood County Public Library and also as part of the BGSU PAWS program.
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