Community Outreach

The human-animal bond is a mutually beneficial and dynamic relationship between people and animals that positively influences the health and well-being of both. While many of us intuitively understand the benefits of positive interactions with animals in our lives, an emerging body of research is recognizing the impact the human-animal bond can have on individual and community health. 

• A therapy dog has a positive effect on patients’ pain level.
• The presence of an animal can significantly increase positive social behaviors among children with autism spectrum disorder. 
• The presence of a dog serves as both a source of motivation and a highly salient stimulus for children, allowing them to better restrict their attention to the demands of the task.

For information on Paws Of Love visits, please contact us at info@paws-of-love.org