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
Hello there, I'm Billy! I've got a heart full of bravery and a spirit of friendliness. I'm the type of pal who'll cheer you up on a gloomy day with my goofy antics. I love playing fetch and I'm always up for a good belly rub. I'm a big fan of cuddles and I promise to be the best listener. I've been told I have a knack for making people smile. I'm just a happy-go-lucky dog looking for a loving family to share my joy with. Why should you adopt me? Well, I believe every home needs a touch of goofiness and a dash of bravery, and I've got plenty of both!
Billy is male, 31 lbs., 1 year old, neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and is up to date on preventatives.
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The Tulsa SPCA Low-Cost Vaccination Clinic will be open tomorrow 5/21 from 9:30am-3:30pm (closed 12:30-1:30pm). First come, first served. Services and pricing can be found at tulsaspca.org/low-cost-vaccine-clinic/.?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_4lga... Hope to see you there!
2 CommentsComment on Facebook
Kittens first shots. Strays. Is there a package deal? Trying to do the right thing with shots and eventually spay and neuter.
Could I bring a litter of 4 kittens tomorrow morning for first shots and vaccines? I realize its first come first serve but didn't know if 4 kittens okay to bring.
Curious about fostering an animal, but not sure where to start? Join us for an upcoming Foster Info Session from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 1! Attendees will have the opportunity to learn all about the fostering experience, including a Q&A session where you can hear directly from families who have fostered with us before. A second session will be offered from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 20 for those who cannot make the first one. If you are interested in attending, please email Rachel at foster@tulsaspca.org for more details.
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Donate to the Tulsa SPCA today!
It is that time of year when generosity towards the Tulsa SPCA benefits both you and the organization.