During a period of transition and profound loss, Laurie Gaetano adopted Oliver in Tucson, Arizona. Oliver’s magnetic personality and sweet spirit helped Laurie cope with her anxiety and grief. As a certified therapy dog, Oliver soon also brought joy to people in hospitals, senior centers, and everywhere they went together—focusing Laurie’s attention on others in need. Curious about Oliver’s breed mix and her own ancestry, Laurie and Oliver had DNA tests. Hers led to a surprising discovery.