Monthly Archives: September 2013

September Newsletter

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SPRINGTIME
We were warmly welcomed at  Oz Care Day Respite Burleigh which came alive with spring flowers  gladdening the hearts of all in attendance who recalled what spring meant to them.
The flowers are blooming along with the trees
And the sweet smell of blossoms are blown in the breeze.
Be happy my friends and sing with great cheer
Let all hearts be thankful
For Springtime is here. 

SEPTEMBER VISITS INCLUDED

Ozcare Day Respite Burleigh Heads – Rosemary House Arundel – Cypress Gardens – Bavia House – The Lodge Domain – Robina Hospital – Southport Nursing Centre – The Cottage Domain – Melody Park Retirement Resort – Talley Haven

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE

Pets For Therapy have been honoured to be recipients of this prestigious award .

On the 30th November 1981 the UN declared : that the 3rd Tuesday of September  – to coincide with the opening day of the general assembly – would be officially dedicated and observed as the annual international day of peace , and be commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace both within and among all nations and peoples….

Each year the volunteers of Angels Kitchen Southport promote this special day .Angels Kitchen is a community outreach facility run by volunteers who give their time freely to provide a home cooked sit down meal to needy people.

We witnessed the Ceremony of Peace ,lighting a candle for the world’s seven continents – Asia – Europe – Africa – South America – North America – Antarctica  

BIRTHDAYS CELEBRATED

We do not forget our canine helpers when their birthday comes along and we feel privileged to add our best wishes, love and a little gift This month the residents, staff and doggies at the Lodge Domain all joined in to wish Baron (white Swiss Shepherd) a happy 5th birthday as he opened his birthday parcel and the joy we all experienced as he showed us his new toy.

Zak also celebrated his 10th birthday with Baron. Zak is much loved by the residents we visit, he has been volunteering with his Mother and Grandmother since he was three years old handing out gifts at Christmas time and entertaining with his skills in Tai-Kwondo.

Well done Paula, Marguerite, Zak and Baron , an inspiration!!

WELCOME

Ruth with her handsome standard poodle Caesar.
To our newest members of the PFT team David and family with Saint Bernard Puppies just out of puppy kindy , Bobby Joe , Brock and Barrel.
Annette, Nicole with Max ( 2year old ) Cavalier x

MANY THANKS

 Gold Coast Boarding Kennels
Long time supporters and sponsors of PFT have kindly and generously provided $500.00 for wonderful posters to distribute throughout the Gold Coast to help promote PFT and the achievements over 24 years of community service by volunteers to enrich the lives of others.
Our sincere appreciation Rosemary.

 SPECIAL VISIT

To Bavia House, the blind and visually impaired were delighted to have a visit from Frank and Sunny boy back after rehabilitation (yes it happens to doggies too) Jeannette and Pappy (Papillion), Misty, Lilla, Tony and Bruce (Shih Tzu).

PFT volunteers come from all walks of life and amazing volunteer is Tony, after a car accident left him a paraplegic and in a wheelchair. Tony always smiling with his little dog Bruce and carer Lilla certainly promote joy laughter and love. PFT volunteers enhanced humanity to all those they visit and interact with.

Well done PFT.

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I would like to thank our Sponsors and welcome new Sponsors, the names of which are on the Pets for Therapy website: www.gallerygiselle.com/pettherapy.htm

To Dieter, our Webmaster – our most grateful thanks.

Cheers from Yvonne (Coordinator) and Misty (the wonder dog)

August Newsletter

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Hi everyone, we are getting through the year quickly, the end of winter already and what joy, laughter and love we have been sharing as our country show theme was enjoyed by all.

 This Month’s Visits:

Oz Care Day Respite – St James Park – Ozanam Villa Burleigh – Tallai Glades  – Anglicare Day Respite Robina – Nerang Nursing Home – Tri-Care Nursing Care Labrador – Galleon Gardens Currumbin – Masonic Care Arundel – Villa Serena Robina –  Bond University – Murwillumbah Friendship Club
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Emmanuel College Fete

One of the highlight of our month, being invited to share a fun filled day. Raffles donated by Cavell & Frank, Sue & Peter & Paula. Volunteers Sue and Kobi, Paula, Marguerite, Stew & Baron, David with Bear, Boston and the pups. What a hit David’s Saint Bernard’s were with the children. We thank you and your lovely family for your time and travelling so far on the day. Thanks also to Kobi and Baron for their resilience – little Kobi exhausted feel asleep on his mum’s shoulder. Your time very much appreciated Thanks guys.

 Special Thanks
Go to Paula for her excellent tuition, helping our four legged friends through behaviour problems. Feedback receive from a greatful owner, shadow is responding so well to your methods. And we have seen a BIG difference when the neighbour is mowing, now instead of barking, she sits at the gates just watching which is amazing. She has now stopped pulling on the lead I have been doing the standstill methods and she is getting it.
Thank you so much for helping us with Shadow … Cheers, Fiona

Birthdays
Volunteers with PFT over many years Jeanette and Leonie celebrated their special days with their canine companions Pappy, and Max – a – Million
Many Happy Returns

Heartfelt Condolences
To our dear Jenny, Judith and family, for their sudden loss of Bob, Jenny’s dear father. Jenny and Somerville Funerals have been staunch supporters of Pets For Therapy over many years.

Special Thanks
To all who nominated us for the Gaven Electorate most community minded senior citizen for 2013 and to Dr Alex Douglas MP State Member for Gaven for your ongoing support for Pets For Therapy program.

Bond University
Students enjoyed a surprise evening of pet therapy with one of their professors Cyn-D and her wonder dog Bee Cee, David and his special Saint Bernard puppies. Wonderful relaxation before exam time.

Hugs
It’s wondrous what a hug can do,
A hug can cheer you when you’re blue.
A hug can say I love you so or gee I hate to see you go,
A hug is welcome back again,
And great to see you or where have you been,
A hug can soothe a small child’s pain,
And bring a rainbow after rain.

The hug! There’s just no doubt about it,
We scarcely could survive without it,
A hug delights and warms and charms,
It must be why God gave us arms.
Hugs are great for fathers and mothers,
Sweet for sisters, as well for brothers,
And chances are some favorite aunts,
Love them more than potted plants.
Kittens crave them, puppies love them,
Heads of state are not above them,
A hug can break the language barrier,
And make the dullest day seem merrier.
No need to fret about the store of them,
The more you give, the more there are of them.
So stretch your arms without delay,
AND GIVE SOMEONE A HUG TODAY.

 Sunny Boy
Our little redhead  recuperating from an injury has been a brave little man and proven what a great asset crate training can be for relaxation and healing time.

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I would like to thank our Sponsors and welcome new Sponsors, the names of which are on the Pets for Therapy website: www.gallerygiselle.com/pettherapy.htm

To Dieter, our Webmaster – our most grateful thanks.

Cheers from Yvonne (Coordinator) and Misty (the wonder dog)