Kids and adults gather around their new canine friend Leroy during the
Thursday morning story time at the Hillsboro Public Libary. The dog?s
caretaker, author Janice Ronald (below), read her book ?Leroy the Ugly
Dog? as part of the morning?s activities. Leroy is a certified therapy
dog that visits hospitals, schools, libraries, nursing homes and other
facilities that benefit from the interaction. Ronald is owner of Family
Dog Training and Behaviorial Center in Valley Center.Following story time, children were treated to ?puppy chow,? a sweet snack and other special surprises.
