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Healing Dakota

James LaMonte
K9 Dakota
United States, 2023, 82 min.

In English with English subtitles.

A K-9 Hero develops PTSD while severing. Scheduled to be put down and a chance encounter with a K-9 trainer starts a journey of love and healing.

Introduction by Steve Farley, Chief Executive Officer, Humane Society of Southern Arizona

Director's Statement

Making this film was an honor, there really are no words to describe the gratitude for the opportunity to make this film. Never give up, for a single moment can change everything.

$10 admission - Mercado Annex, 267 South Avenida del Convento. Tickets available at filmfestivalarizona.com


Category: Documentary, Feature.
Themes: Animals.

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