Reports indicate that people who abuse animals are more likely to commit violent acts against other people. OHS must be able to fund educational programs to increase awareness about abuse and to promote a kinder, more compassionate, and less violent society. Our vision also includes programs for older adults and individuals with special-needs. Research shows that seniors need to be able to nurture, as well as be nurtured, and very little opportunity for this exists. Animal assisted therapy allows these individuals to receive the unconditional love that only an animal can bring.
Participants show verbalization and physiological well being as a result of interacting with a pet.
Get involved with our community outreach efforts through time or financial support. Volunteers and a pet visit individual residents or groups of individuals at a care facility. Pet therapy is an effective way to provide individuals of all ages and needs with the crucial emotional support to help them meet their individual challenges. The unconditional love and non-judgmental acceptance of a pet can effectively reach a person in need of love and caring in their daily lives. The pet also allows an individual to be a care-giver, as well as a care taker, by providing love, nurturing, and caring for a living creature.