If you have that special pet that loves to interact with and enjoys spending time with people;
joining Pet Partners® of Syracuse may be for you.
If you believe that the human-animal bond can improve one’s social, mental, and physical health;
joining Pet Partners® of Syracuse may be for you.
  
If you want the freedom to choose the facility to volunteer in with your pet – nationwide;
becoming a registered Pet Partner® is for you.
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Established in 2005, Pet Partners® of Syracuse is an affiliate of Delta Society®. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that helps people live healthier and happier lives through the use of therapy animals. This is done by Delta-trained volunteers who have been screened along with their pets to provide Animal Assisted Activities(AAA) and Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) in a variety of settings. We receive no government funding and rely on individuals, foundations, and corporations for financial support.
Most of our members are in the greater Syracuse area although, as registered Delta Pet Partners®, we have the ability to set up visitations wherever we find the need. We visit health care facilities, schools, libraries -- just about anywhere anyone needs the emotional support and health benefits of a registered Pet Partner® team. Some of our teams are also registered with R.E.A.D.® (Reading Education Assistance Dogs®) - a program developed by Intermountain Therapy Animals of Salt Lake City, Utah.
Watch this video starring Charlie for a sample of what we do.
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http://vimeo.com/23142062
Our Mission
Pet Partners® of Syracuse, Inc. is a dedicated group of individuals and Delta Society®, Inc. trained Pet Partner® Teams committed to promoting the enrichment and enhancement of lives through the human-animal bond. This is accomplished through Animal-Assisted Activities and Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAA/AAT) designed to meet the needs of individuals of all ages and abilities.
Sometimes it takes an animal to do the job.
At the heart of all Delta Society® programs is a research foundation which demonstrates that when animals are around, people's blood pressure goes down, stress and anxiety levels are reduced, people feel less lonely and less depressed, and they tend to be more social and community oriented. Delta Society brings individuals together who share a common passion - a love of animals and people. Delta Society is committed to making a difference within local communities and across the globe. |
