Another breed of «service» animals: STARS study
findings about pet ownership and recovery from serious mental illness
Not exact matches
More reasons to get involved can be
found in the results of the recent HABRI - funded survey of 2,000
pet owners, which
found that good things happen for both people and
pets when knowledge
about the health benefits of
pet ownership is shared.
In 1990, Daniel Goleman wrote for the New York Times
about a
pet ownership study at Oregon University that
found,» It made the children more cooperative and sharing,» said Dr. Sue Doescher, a psychologist involved in the study.»
After
finding the perfect match, perspective adopters learn
about health care, nutrition requirements, grooming, exercise, responsible
pet ownership, socialization and the importance of the human / animal bond.
To shelter animals until they
find permanent homes, to educate the community
about responsible
pet ownership, and to advocate for the humane treatment of all animals.
If you are thinking
about getting a
pet, of any kind,
finding out
about everything in responsible
pet ownership is important.
Make a measurable and sustainable difference in the Greater Houston
pet population by offering affordable
pet care services, rescuing and rehabilitating homeless companion animals,
finding forever homes, and providing education
about responsible
pet ownership.
When 2,000
pet owners were educated
about the human health benefits of
pet ownership: 92 % said they were more likely to maintain a
pet's health, including keeping up with vaccines and preventive medicine 89 % said they were more likely to maintain a
pet's health, including regular check - ups with a veterinarian 88 % said they were more likely to provide a
pet with higher quality nutrition 51 % said they were more likely to purchase
pet health insurance 62 % said they were less likely to skip visits to the veterinarian 89 % said they were more likely to take better care of a
pet «When people
find out that
pets improve heart health, decrease stress, help alleviate depression and address specific conditions that include autism, PTSD and Alzheimer's, they become more focused on caring for their
pet's health,» said HABRI Executive Director, Steven Feldman.
I won't overwhelm you with all of the data, but I do think there were several key statistics that I think are important for rescues / shelters to know
about pet ownership in the US — and some things that I just
found to be interesting.
It'll take volunteers that are willing to talk to people
about responsible
pet ownership and come on our campus and help people
find a great
pet for them.»
To provide care and rehabilitation for abandoned and unwanted Rottweilers; To
find permanent adoptive homes for the dogs in our care; To educate the public
about the Rottweiler and other «bully» breeds; To educate the public
about responsible
pet care and
ownership.
It is our mission to shelter animals until they
find permanent homes, to educate the community
about responsible
pet ownership, and to advocate for the humane treatment of all animals.
Pima Animal Care Center is committed to providing timely service to residents and compassionate care to animals, while working to support public safety,
find homes for homeless animals and educate the community
about responsible
pet ownership.
Check out a variety of resources provided to local residents to
find out more
about ACS, our partners, and responsible
pet ownership.
Follow us to
find out more
about dog training, animal behaviour, behaviour problems, attachment and emotional responses to animals, and the benefits of
pet ownership.