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Teddy Bear Hospital at Black Hawk College to benefit Kewanee Animal Shelter


By The Kewanee Voice    January 23, 2025

Black Hawk College is partnering with the Kewanee Animal Shelter to present the Teddy Bear Hospital.

The hospital will be held Saturday, Jan. 25 from 9 a.m. till noon. Attendees are invited to bring their favorite stuffed animal to the East Campus Veterinary Sciences Center and explore careers in the veterinary industry.

All children are welcome, but the event is recommended for ages 3-8. Checkups for bears will include weigh-in, X-rays, bandaging, heart rate, pharmacy and surgery.

The hospital is free to attend, but donations to the animal shelter are appreciated.

Suggested items:
● Cat litter
● Baking soda
● Bleach
● Pill pockets
● Laundry detergent
● Garbage bags
● Paper towels
● Dog treats
● Canned dog food
● Sticky notes
● Index cards
● Help with vet bills

The Black Hawk College East Campus is five miles south of Kewanee at 26230 Black Hawk Road, Galva. For more information, contact Haley Howerton at howertonh@bhc.edu or 309-854-1724.