Pets & Animals

Dogs Recruited To Fight War On Allergies

Source: AP

For people with severe food allergies even the slightest exposure can mean a trip to the hospital. And peanut allergies can be lethal, especially for children. But now there's a new weapon to help sniff out danger. Four-year-old Chase Cygan is getting to know his new dog "Slinky," but this Labradoodle is much more than a family pet; he's a lifesaver. Slinky protects Chase and gives his mom, Toni, peace of mind. She depends on Slinky to sniff out hidden dangers that could kill him.

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