Dog lifeguards are saving lives on Italian beaches

Dogs are much more than a furry best friend. Throughout the pandemic, they’ve kept people company during quarantine. In parts of Canada, they’ve helped transport vaccine deliveries from airports to remote hospitals. And in Italy, they’re saving people’s lives on beaches around the country. The World’s host Marco Werman has the story.

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