Eat 'n Park sponsors service dog named Parker

PITTSBURGH, PA — The votes are in!  Eat ‘n Park officials asked the public to help name their soon-to-be service dog and her name is Parker.

Nearly 4,000 people cast their votes to name the 4 month-old rescue puppy.  Parker is being trained by Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.  Parker, who is sponsored by the restaurant group, will train to help with the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury and other disorders.  She will be matched with a veteran.

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