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Dog Therapy Day

UC Santa Barbara Staff

More than a thousand students took a break from studying for finals to enjoy the company of certified dog therapists on the Lot 22 lawn. The event, held each quarter, is sponsored by UC Santa Barbara's Health & Wellness Program.

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