Velma's Pets As Therapy Inc Assoc

09/08/2024

18/07/2024

Date of event: 16th July 2024

Pet Therapy and Dog Management Workshop at a Youth Center

VPAT visitor: Susan and Tyrion, Sam and Willow, Vicki and Louis

Accompanying person’s title: Youth Development Officer

Accompanying person’s report: It was great to learn more about the benefits of Pet Therapy, how to read dogs, and how to approach dogs when first meeting them. We had a large group who were really engaged with the presentation. They particularly liked the part at the end discussing dog body language and they were able to pick out the subtleties in dog facial expressions very well. The youth workers said that they learned a lot and enjoyed the talk too. Everyone went home with good tips about respectful interaction and an appreciation of the benefits of pet therapy.

VPAT visitors report: The workshop went exceedingly well. We had a full house. It was a great atmosphere. The body language part of the workshop was well received by those interested in learning more. Attendees were surprised to hear how most dogs feel disrespected when being touched on their head or face by a stranger. It was a real eye-opener for some. Everyone enjoyed watching the fun dog tricks and had an entertaining, educational and fun time, most of all the dogs.

10/07/2024

More great feedback from a recent visit with Cheryl and Mia (Bichon Frise) to a residential aged care facility.

Accompanying person’s title - Recreational Officer
Accompanying person’s report - The residents enjoy the company and personality of Mia. Mia was placid, relaxed and her temperament was suitable to the comfort and pleasure of the residents. The smiles went for miles.

VPAT visitors report - The staff and the residents fell in love with Mia as soon as we walked into the building. Their faces just lit up when they saw her. Minnie couldn’t wait to sit down so she could enjoy Mia on her lap. All the residents just adored her.

11/06/2024

This year Velma's Pets As Therapy charity are proudly celebrating our 25 years of service. This video was made 9 years ago but it still shows exactly what we are doing today. Turn up the volume and boogie with your doggy!

Velma's Pets as Therapy commenced in April1999 by Velma Violet Harris.We train people and their own friendly pets to offer physical, mental and social stimul...

25/04/2024

Comments from our service.

VISIT TO: Residential Aged Care Facility. Visit date: 16th December.

Pets As Therapy visitors were Amanda and Benji (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel).

The accompanying staff member’s comments -
“Bob was delighted to have Benji snuggle up to him in bed. He told us about his spaniel and showed us a photo of it. Bob really loves pet visits. The residents in dementia unit were happy to have Benji sit on tables on his target mat at eye level so they could pat him. They commented on his soft fur and how handsome he is. Thora laughed with delight when Benji’s tail brushed against her legs. His visit triggered happy memories of her childhood and family pets.”

04/04/2024

04/04/2024

Velma's Pets As Therapy Inc Assoc (VPAT) has been enriching the lives of people, and pets by bringing them together safely, and respectfully, for mutual benefits since 1999. 🐶

The VPAT program visits hospitals, nursing homes, respite programs, schools, group homes and individuals being supported in their own homes. The wonderful volunteers at VPAT, both animal and human, are experienced in visiting frail, challenged and vulnerable people and children and people experiencing dementia.

We are excited that Velma’s Pets as Therapy will be one of 11 community organisations receiving a Director’s Grant next month. 😍

24/12/2023

The Central Coast Velma's Pets As Therapy team celebrating Christmas.

24/12/2023

Wishing everyone a very happy Christmas season

21/03/2023

Seeking pets as therapy visiting cats. If you have a healthy, friendly cat that loves meeting strangers out side of their home; and if you are community spirited, love to put smiles onto faces, have a few hours to spare a fortnight on a regular basis, we need you! Please contact us [email protected] and please share this with all your cat friends.

12/03/2023

We are still seeking a suitable calm, well mannered, adult Labrador to be trained to live in a residential care situation.

18/02/2023

Yesterday was at the local pet show handing out leaflets, seeking more pets as therapy volunteers.

31/01/2023

Seeking a suitable Labrador. Attention dog rescue groups in NSW! Seeking a healthy, very friendly, well mannered Labrador to live in a residential care facility with staff 24 / 7. We have been approached to help with the location of a suitable friendly Labrador. Please email us if you have a potential Labrador that enjoys attention and adoration. [email protected]

09/01/2023

CAT THERAPY: Urgently seeking a kind, reliable, community spirited person with a confident friendly cat or kitten for visits to a former cat rescuer, living in a nursing home in the Lidcombe area.
Pet assessment and health and safety training required.
If you have a cat that enjoys meeting people outside his/her home or have access to kittens, and would love to make a real difference in a vulnerable person's life please contact us ASAP.
This is an urgent message. Please share with all your friends. Thanks.
www.velmaspetsastherapy.com.au [email protected]

23/12/2022

Wishing you, and all your 2 and 4 legged loved ones a fabulous, fun and wonderful Christmas season.

09/11/2022

Great news! More Pets As Therapy now available on the Central Coast, NSW. If you or someone you know would benefit from the many joys of a visiting, well trained, friendly dog and their person, please let us know.