Friends of the Animals Shelter visits local elementary school after student advocacy project (2024)

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How shelter animals can be used to help lower the stress levels of college students? ›

Studies have shown that time spent with animals can lower cortisol levels and increase endorphins, both of which help lower high blood pressure.

Protecting the public from the spread of rabies is still a primary function of animal control, although the threat of rabies has decreased con- siderably over the years and continues to do so.

The unconditional love and acceptance that dogs provide can be particularly beneficial for students who may be struggling with emotional issues. Therapy dogs can also serve as a comforting presence during difficult or stressful times. Having therapy dogs in the classroom may also help reduce absenteeism.

Emotional Support: Pets can provide emotional support to college students, especially when they are away from home and feeling homesick or stressed. They can help reduce anxiety, depression and can also provide comfort during tough times.

Animal shelters play an important role in communities because they keep people safe, reunite lost pets with their owners and rehome abandoned pets. There are broadly two types of shelters, rescue shelters and municipal shelters.

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), methods used for restraint “should provide the least restraint required to allow the specific procedure(s) to be performed properly, should minimize fear, pain, stress and suffering for the animal, and should protect both the animal and personnel from ...

Animal People was founded in 1992 with the mission of "exposing the existence of cruelty to animals and educating the public of the need to prevent and eliminate such cruelty; conducting or sponsoring animal care projects, both to directly alleviate animal suffering and to demonstrate humane methods of handling and ...

Exercising throughout your day can help boost your mood and relieve stress. This is because physical activity produces feel-good chemicals known as endorphins that help reduce the physical symptoms of stress. Physical activity can also improve your quality of sleep, which has a big impact on your stress levels.

Interacting with animals has been shown to decrease levels of cortisol (a stress-related hormone) and lower blood pressure. Other studies have found that animals can reduce loneliness, increase feelings of social support, and boost your mood.

Create chutes to encourage dogs and cats to move from one place to another. Use yoga mats to create non-slip surfaces. Use a rolling crate to move fearful or reluctant animals. Strategically place treats to get dogs and cats to go where you want them.

What animal in your home can help decrease loneliness and reduce stress? ›

Pets, especially dogs and cats, can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, ease loneliness, encourage exercise and playfulness, and even improve your cardiovascular health.