60 missions, 30 states, 200,000 miles: Meet the St. George man and golden retriever offering hope

What happened

A St. George man and his golden retriever service dog, Cooper, have completed over 60 missions across 30 states, providing emotional support to people affected by trauma, including first responders and individuals in crisis. The grassroots effort, Golden Missions of America, began in 2013 after the Boston Marathon bombings and has since expanded to include visits following various disasters and outreach to those in need.

Timeline

1. Oct 23, 7:45 AM St George News (Washington County) 60 missions, 30 states, 200,000 miles: Meet the St. George man and golden retriever offering hope
2. Oct 23, 7:45 AM Cedar City News (Iron County) 60 missions, 30 states, 200,000 miles: Meet the St. George man and golden retriever offering hope

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