The Tulsa SPCA has been offering our Pets Are Love (PAL) program, grounded in the philosophy and practice of Animal-Assisted Therapy, since the early 1990s. Our volunteers take pre-screened and pre-trained dogs (and, occasionally, cats) for scheduled visits to facilities in the Tulsa area on an ongoing basis. We visit nursing homes, schools, hospitals, and/or different places of business.
We see the value of our PAL program reflected on the faces of the residents and patients we serve every time we arrive. During our stay, our calm and quiet dogs and cats are held, cuddled, and talked to. Studies have shown that such visitations provide emotional outlets for patients, and lead to increased socialization, relaxed mood, and an overall reduction of blood pressure, as well as boosting the general health of the people we serve.
PAL is always seeking volunteers with qualified pets of their own, or volunteers who have received the required training for handling selected dogs and cats from our shelter. We have a waiting list of facilities requesting regular visits, and are limited only by the number of volunteers and therapy dogs we have available to help.
To learn more, please call the Tulsa SPCA at 918-428-7722 and ask to speak to the person in charge of the PAL program.
SPCA News
Ginger is a 5 year old female Australian Shepherd who came to us as an owner surrender. This affectionate girl loves to carry her stuffies around, finding comfort in her plush companions, and she's happiest when she's close to someone who's willing to give her some love and attention.
Ginger can be a little shy while walking on leash. With a little patience and encouragement, we're sure Ginger will gain the confidence she needs to explore the world around her.
Bath time isn't her favorite, but she tolerates it like a champ! Her sweet, submissive personality makes her an easy-going companion. If you're looking for a loyal and loving furry friend who will happily curl up by your side, gender might be the perfect match for you.
Ginger is spayed, up to date on vaccines, on parasite prevention as well as microchipped!!
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These dogs are VERY smart and extremely loyal.
The question is how many Aussies can one have? 😂 if I can convince my friend they’d make a good pair
She has the softest fur! 🙂
Stray alert. This guy was found on our campus. Please let us know if he belongs to you.
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Aww hope you find owner very beautiful
He’s handsome boy. ❤️
Does he respond to Jay jay?? He’s not mine but looks a little like my old neighbors dog. I can’t help to find his human as they disappeared a year ago and are homeless
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These furry friends are all spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccines, on parasite prevention, microchipped and excited to find their forever homes!! 💜💜💜💜
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