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Miniature Horse Brings Joy to Quebec Care Home Residents

1/13/2026

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Pascal, a nine-year-old miniature horse, visits the Wales Home in Cleveland, Quebec as a therapy animal with Toutous Poilus.
Residents, many missing their own pets, find comfort interacting with Pascal and recalling memories.
Lysanne Hamel, activities coordinator at the Wales Home, says these visits help residents reconnect with their earlier lives.
Toutous Poilus conducts 10–12 sessions weekly across Quebec, relying on volunteers.

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Story summary

Pascal, a nine-year-old miniature horse, visits the Wales Home in Cleveland, Quebec as a therapy animal with Toutous Poilus.
Residents, many missing their own pets, find comfort interacting with Pascal and recalling memories.
Lysanne Hamel, activities coordinator at the Wales Home, says these visits help residents reconnect with their earlier lives.
Toutous Poilus conducts 10–12 sessions weekly across Quebec, relying on volunteers.