Forming a partnership for life. - Hawaiian Humane Society

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Healing arts for animals
Reiki, a form of energy therapy, also helps heal and calm animals just as it does people. Reiki
practitioners volunteer their time at the shelter to reduce stress and anxiety, and help heal
injuries or illnesses.
This year we launched sound therapy featuring the music of Mozart and Chopin for our shelter
animals to alleviate separation anxiety, over-excitement and promote other calming benefits.
Research has shown regular patterns found in music help animals rest better and keep them
mentally and physically healthy.
Max’s legacy saves lives
Homeless dogs find their way to our doorstep with eyes full of hope for a healthy life. Through
Max’s Fund, we’re saving more lives. Established by Larry and Patricia Rodriguez in memory of their
own canine companion Max, this fund provides health care services beyond our shelter clinic’s
capabilities. Supporters can designate gifts to this special fund. Sixty dogs
received specialty care this year through the fund.
Healing
inside and out
One of the dogs helped by the fund this year was Samson, who was found
wandering in Ewa Beach with a life-threatening leg fracture. Max’s Fund
came to the rescue and saved his life. After recovery in foster care,
Samson now resides with the Cho family in Makiki.
Society hires it’s first full-time educational director to work with elementary students.
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