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Alberta Helping Animals Society Supporting vulnerable people and their companion animals

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Alberta Helping Animals Society

Supporting vulnerable people and their companion animals

The human-animal bond

How often

…are you responsible for your pet's care?

…do you clean up after your pet?

…do you hold, stroke, or pet your pet(s)?

…do you feel that your pet(s) respond to your moods?

…do you feel that you have a close relationship with your pet?

…do you sleep near your pet?

Always (5), Generally (4), Often (3), Rarely (2), Never (1)

Strength of the bond

Poresky et al. (1987)

Spay/Neuter clients

PALS clients

Pet Food Bankclients

23 26 28 28

Vulnerable people and their pets

Highly bonded

Responsible pet owners

Cannot afford to provide for themselves or their pet

Alberta Helping Animals Society

Vision

Veterinary care for companion animals of vulnerable people in support of the human-animal bond.

 

Mission

Creating opportunities for vulnerable people to access veterinary care for their companion animals.

Activities of AHAS

Support the Boyle Street Community Services Pet Food Bank

Help with basic needs

Provide education

Provide veterinary services Application for a Permit to Practice House call Transport to stationary vet clinic

BSCS Pet Food Bank

~150 pounds dog food a week

~200 pounds of cat food and 4 dozen cans a week

~200 pounds of cat litter a week

Basic needs and education

HOUSING!!!

Support inner city front line workers

Transport to veterinary clinic

Education, advice, counseling

AHAS Home Veterinary Services

House call charity clinic [$10.00 administration fee] Wellness exams Vaccinations and deworming Ear mite treatment Grooming and nail trims Home euthanasia

Authorized transport to stationary clinic

How can you help?

Donate food

Donate supplies

Attend (and speak at) education nights

Spread the word!

[email protected]

https://www.facebook.com/AlbertaHelpingAnimalsSociety