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11-year-old reads to shelter dogs and cats to help them feel calmer

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Nehemiah Turner, an 11-year-old from Florida, has become the first child to complete 100 hours of volunteer service through the Jacksonville Humane Society’s Pawsitive Reading program. Over the course of two years, Turner visited the facility to read books aloud to dogs and cats awaiting adoption.

The program is designed to help shelter animals feel calmer and more comfortable in their environment. By dedicating his time to this initiative, Turner has provided consistent social interaction for the rescue animals, marking a significant milestone for the program’s community outreach efforts.

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