paws act 2021

Kaya has flown with Southwest 250 times. – Photo credit: Southwest Airlines/Instagram

Joy, Pets, Popular

Service dog who inspired PAWS Act takes one last flight in touching video

Heather Wake

2/14/2023
Pictured here: Anita Omary; her son, Osman; and Omary’s close friends – Photo credit: Array

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Family, Modern Families, Motherhood

Once a refugee seeking safety in the U.S., Anita Omary is using what she learned to help others thrive.

Sarah Watts

2/11/2026