Teddy Bear Hospital

West Valley Presbyterian Church hosts clinic for stuffed animals in need of repair

Teddy is a shadow of his former self. A few years ago he was brand-new, but after hours of love from his owner, he's suffered rips on his legs and body, and his right arm is in danger of falling off. But Teddy knows that in a few days, he'll be good as new--he's scheduled for surgery at the Teddy Bear Hospital. At the hospital, teddy bears and other stuffed animals will receive full medical examinations conducted by a team of real doctors, dentists, psychologists and triage nurses. The Teddy Bear Hospital is one segment of the West Valley Presbyterian Church's annual Teddy Bear Fair. Organizers expect the hospital to treat 200 teddy bears this year.   More

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