PFL assists autistic and special needs children with specially chosen therapy pets. The program can be tailored to the needs of the students, and can include: Behavioral regulation Building social connections Motivation to achieve “Calm Body, Calm Voice” Literacy

Brings pets into corporate offices for wellness visits.

Provides certified visiting therapy dogs, cats, and rabbits to local hospitals, senior care facilities, college campuses, schools and more.

The Pals Go to College program helps students reduce stress and promotes relaxation during exams, as well as assisting students to cope with the pressures of college life all semester long by bringing pets in for visits.

Regional resource connection for Animal Assisted Interventions (AAI) and Human/Animal Interactions (HAI). - Provides informational presentations to facilities and the community to further introduce them to KPETS and the benefits of AAI and HAIs. - Recruits, trains, educates and registers volunteers wanting to share their pet with those who may benefit from the human/animal bond. - Provide opportunities for facilities, agencies and individuals requesting pet therapy visits to connect with KPETS volunteers.

Provides the catalyst for positive change by motivating emotionally and physically challenged individuals. Opens dialogue with the abused, disabled, sick, lonely, injured or depressed. Programs inspire learning and change and include everyone. Certified therapy dog teams are personally committed to bring joy and inspiration.

Pet visits take place at nursing homes, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, senior centers, behavioral health centers, group homes, social service day programs, crisis response centers, and day enrichment programs. Pet Visits can take place in either a group setting, or visiting individual residents in their bedrooms. All visits are one hour in length.