My Bionic Pet: Animals with Prosthetics
I recently had the pleasure of watching My Bionic Pet, a heartwarming documentary from PBS that is sure to bring a smile to anyone in need. This documentary sheds light on the issue of animals with missing limbs. Right away, we meet a handful of sweet pets, ranging from dogs to horses and alligators to […]
Dog Tips: Taking Your Dog to Work Day
Take Your Dog to Work Day is this Friday, June 26th. Before you get too excited about bringing your dog to work, there are a few things you need to know. Read these dog tips, and think it through before you decide to bring Scooby to the office. Most businesses have strict guidelines about bringing […]
The Difference between Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) and Activities (AAA): Part 1 of 2
Here at 1 FUR 1, we support programs that help animals and people alike. Two terms we often use for these programs are animal-assisted therapy (AAT) and animal-assisted activities (AAA). Both have been shown to be very beneficial for animals and humans alike, but there is little information out there about the difference between the […]
Saying ‘Thank You’ to Our Vets
Whether a pet is sick, injured, or just in need of a check-up, we all feel better once they have seen their veterinarian. We work hard to find the perfect vet, one who understands our needs and makes our pet feel comfortable. For World Veterinary Day and everyday, we should take a few minutes to […]
National Kids and Pets Day
Happy National Kids and Pets Day! From the owls of Harry Potter to the rascally Golden Retriever in Marley and Me, pets create lasting memories in the hearts of the children they touch. Here are three such stories from the 1FUR1 supporters: “When I was seven, my mom took me to the shelter and let […]
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Valentine’s Day is a holiday dedicated to cuddling up and spending time with the one you love most. You know, the one who is always there for you, who picks you up when you are down and never complains about how you spend your days (so long as you spend them together). Most people spend […]
Animal Assisted Therapy Helps Alzheimer’s & Dementia Patients
Alzheimer’s and dementia are lonely diseases. Diagnosed patients get frustrated and anxious in social situations and choose to isolate themselves from people. This is where animal assisted therapy programs come in. Animal-assisted therapy programs benefit Alzheimer’s and dementia patients by promoting social interaction. “Sometimes you get a resident here who is not very social, keeping […]