[ybpublishing]

Hi!

My name is Vickie and I am a recreation therapist. I would like to encourage those of you with calm animals to look into having your pet as a therapy pet if you are interested in volunteer opportunities. Pet visits such as dog visits are a wonderful way to make others happy. I have worked in various types of settings (not just geriatrics) and have found that visits from other's pets can really bring a smile to many people's faces. I have even seen those clients who do not respond to staff, respond to pets. Something about a warm fuzzy loving creature to warm even the coldest person.

If you would like more information on how to do this, just let me know.

Best wishes,
Vickie

[attagirl]

I know there are many people that do what you are talking about. Volunteering to take there pets to see sick children and the elderly. Most people have no clue how animals can be a form of therapy and can really help people to feel better.