Mental Health Crisis
Even before COVID-19 pandemic a mental health crisis has been brewing in our country. At 1 FUR 1 Foundation, we want for people in crisis to have free access to animal assisted services. Therefore, we’ve launched virtual sessions (in another words; A.R.E. ) plus a new program in TN, SC, NC and now NJ. This […]
Superhero FUN
Animals Helping Others The month long 2020 Animal Superhero Photo Contest has ended but the encouraging stories of animals who make people’s lives better, will remain forever. From encouraging therapy dogs, mini horses and donkey who heal children with disabilities to trained court dogs helping crime victims go through the U.S.A. judicial system. And let’s […]
Programs Suspended
#StayAtHome orders are being implemented differently by each state but in the past month, 1FUR1 program partners delivered some in-person impact. As of now, all of our programs have been suspended until further notice. But that didn’t stop the good work. From sawing face-masks from leftover dog bandanas to fostering puppies and offering free online […]
Together Our Impact Grows
Last year 10,386 children and seniors with disabilities have benefited from 1 FUR 1’s animal assisted programs, always delivered free-of-charge. We’re proud of our accomplishment and offer sincere thanks to our indispensable volunteers, supportive donors, dedicated program partners and their amazing animals. We’re looking back and moving forward. On the heels of such a great […]
Fall Brings Hope
As the leaves fall our hopes are lifted. 1 FUR 1 Foundation is expanding it’s service area to cover Florida panhandle – where 4 therapy mini horses not only help seniors with disabilities but also touch the hearts of veterans. We’re thrilled to welcome, our newest partner Kindred Spirits Therapy Minis to the family. October […]
Grief-stricken Dogobituary
RIP Manny Lee 7/17/09 – 9/20/19 Manny lived a full life with his brother Gus who always took the lead. When Gus passed, Manny had to learn how to be independent and found many friends along the way. We celebrated birthdays, holidays and played on the grass everyday. As he gained a canine group of […]
Why Rescue a Rabbit?
Rabbits, often bought as Easter presents for young children, are frequently abandoned after they grow out of that adorable “baby bunny” stage. Older rabbits are just as sweet and cuddly, though, and many are available for adoption. Thinking about rescuing a rabbit? Many shelters are species-specific, such as the Rabbit Haven and Rescue Rabbits Rock, […]