We love our pets, don't we? We also love when others enjoy our pets as well, right? I know I like when someone compliments my dog or cat. It gives you that warm fuzzy feeling that is part of the reason why we have our pets in the first place.
Want to share that feeling with those who have to be in the hospital?
You can.
OSF St Francis is starting a 'Paws 4 Healing' group of volunteer 'handlers' and their pets to come to the hospital to help their patients.
Go toOSF Saint Francis web site and download the volunteer application. After a phone screening you may be invited to their temperament testing.
There are some basic qualifying requirements to becoming a member of the "Paws 4 Healing" team. They are:
-handlers must be 18 yr of age
-dogs need to be at least one year of age and should:
--consistently sit, get down, and stay and recall on one command
--Walk loosely on a leash without pulling , even when excited or in a new environment
--Be able to perform commands, without treats
--Like people an get along well with other dogs
-- Not be overly vocal
--Have no food, possession or separation anxiety issues
-- be up to date on all vaccinations and free of all skin problems.
If you need some help with these items, we have a basic obedience class that we have kept very reasonable in price - 6 lessons for price of 5 at $100.
If you just have general questions, feel free to call us at the clinic - 699-6443
