San Diego woman honors her dog and brings people together through art

Moschella paints tiles for Shilo

Amanda Moschella volunteers at the Spanish Village Art Center in Balboa Park, where she often visited with her dog, Shilo.

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  1. Amanda Moschella volunteers at the Spanish Village Art Center in Balboa Park, where she often visited with her dog, Shilo.
  2. After Shilo died of kidney disease in June, Moschella created a garden and plaque honoring her, then began repainting tiles around Daniel's Coffee with friends.
  3. Spanish Village asked her to paint more tiles, and her Instagram invitation drew over 100,000 views and many responses from others processing pet grief, including fellow volunteer Winnie Leung.
  4. A San Diego psychologist says expressive arts therapy like painting helps people process grief and feel less alone.
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