Pet ownership has been proven to lower blood pressure, reduce stress and anxiety, encourage physical activity and promote pawsitive mental well-being. Studies have also shown that allowing dogs in work spaces increases productivity.
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New Pete ' s Pet Posse graduate Lizzie meeting Pistol Pete for the first time. PHOTO by JENNIFER JALBERT
stress away with a soft snuggle or a stroke of their fur.
Pete ' s Pet Posse is a completely nonprofit program. Support from private donors supplies their pet therapy teams with a variety of items to be successful. From orange plaid vests to leashes and trading cards, Pete ' s Pet Posse is made possible through your support. Every dollar the program receives makes a difference in the lives of students, faculty, staff and visitors at Oklahoma State University. The program continues to grow as new pet therapy teams are added each year. With the public ' s tax deductible contributions, P3 can supply their teams with the tools needed to provide this valuable and impactful service to the university community.
And speaking of trading cards, Pete ' s Pet Posse trading cards are a hot item around campus. There are often competitions among OSU offices and businesses to see who can collect them all the fastest. The cards are currently being redesigned with hopes to have them available for Welcome Week. Each therapy dog has its own card with their adorable photo and name, along with other stats like their training certifications, birthday, and favorite treats. Word on the street is that some of the dogs even have their own fan clubs and many people show up to P3 events just to get a card! I ' m proud to say I ' ve started my collection and currently have nine out of the nearly 100 cards available.
To keep up with the posse and their activities throughout the year, follow their social media accounts for some cute quality dog content. For more information on how to donate, visit hr. okstate. edu / pet-therapy.
Pet ownership has been proven to lower blood pressure, reduce stress and anxiety, encourage physical activity and promote pawsitive mental well-being. Studies have also shown that allowing dogs in work spaces increases productivity.
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We ' d like to give a special acknowledgement to beloved P3 member Annie who passed away in July. Abandoned at a state park covered in ticks and malnourished, 10 year old Annie made a miraculous recovery and a seamless transition into her role with Pete ' s Pet Posse.
Thank you for your service, Annie.
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Missy and fan favorite Murphy with OSU President Jim Hess. PHOTO by JENNIFER JALBERT
STORY BY: JENNIFER JALBERT Stillwater Oklahoma Magazine
PHOTOS by JENNIFER JALBERT
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