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The Teddy Bear Doctor treats stuffies in need of care

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Gabriel J. Sánchez, Sarah Handel
Published June 11, 2026 at 2:15 PM MDT

Ruth Hasman's home in British Columbia is known as the teddy bear hospital -- a place where stuffies in need of repair receive the TLC they need.

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Gabriel J. Sánchez is a producer for NPR's All Things Considered. Sánchez identifies stories, books guests, and produces what you hear on air. Sánchez also directs All Things Considered on Saturdays and Sundays.
Sarah Handel
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