The Furry Friends will host Robin O'Neal, of the Life Care Center in Coos Bay, as the featured speaker at 1 p.m. on Thursday, at the Coos Bay Public Library. O'Neal will discuss the interaction between therapy dogs and the residents of Life Care Center.

Furry Friends Dog Therapy Group, Inc. is a private non-profit organization. The primary purpose of the group is the enhancement of residents in local adult care facilities through interaction with visiting companion dogs. Furry Friends also offers a speaker's bureau to local schools to educate children in dog safety and responsible pet ownership. 

Anyone interested in participating in the volunteer activities of Furry Friends is encouraged to contact Maryann at 267-7651; or Ramona at 269-2876.