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How A CBS Philadelphia Story Led To A Los Angeles Dog And 3-Year-Old Sharing A Unique Bond
It's an unlikely connection that was put together by Dr. Maully Shah of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

February 5, 2026
A Philadelphia toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a CHOP doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
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Cameron Knowles, 3, and a dog named Panini both have the world's smallest pacemaker.
It's an unlikely connection that was put together by Dr. Maully Shah of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Find out what's happening in Philadelphiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia/CBS News Philadelphia
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Panini is a Chiweenie, which is a mix between a chihuahua and a dachshund. Panini the Chiweenie has 6,600 followers on Instagram/CBS News Philadelphia
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