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Don’t leave pets in your car! Outside temperatures as low as 72 degrees can heat up a car’s interior an average of 40 degrees within an hour, with 80% of that increase in the first 30 minutes. Cracked windows provides little relief from this oven effect.

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Creatures and Kids, Inc.

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With help from the ANIMAL world, we will instill POSITIVE character qualities in YOUTH.

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Why Volunteer?
Volunteers make a difference in their community, build self esteem and confidence, support causes about which they feel strongly, meet new people, have fun, and express gratitude for help they have received in the past by "giving back".
Volunteering with your pet..... Priceless!

Read 14 year old Joy's personal and heartwarming story, "Basenji Miracle"

Joy was diagnosed with high functioning autism at age 7.

She has written a moving story about her dog, Goldie, and how she helps Joy cope and achieve new goals in life. Click Here to read her story.

artwork by Joy

Physician recognizes therapy animals are good medicine

Our own Dr. Mosca has been making a big impact with his therapy animal "Boz" -- a beautiful boxer from Tulsa Boxer Rescue.

Everyday is take your dog to work day for Dr. Mosca and Boz, and the team visits hospital patients three days a week at Jim Thorpe Rehabilitation. We've seen lots of press lately on this team.

View videos: The Oklahoman, Fox25 Morning News & News Channel 4, & Integris Hospital

Read more: Channel 9 News

KOCO-TV Channel 5 features Maggie & Betty. Click here to see video!

Dr. Mosca & "Boz"

Young PETCO customer enjoys a few minutes with "Storm."

Our Therapy Animal Certification was held May 2 at PETCO. The Newfoundland had just passed her certification by Creatures and Kids.

Several teams passed that day!

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Metropolitan Library sponsors "Children Reading to Dogs"

Most Thursdays

6:00 - 7:30 pm

Thursday evening is a special time at the Edmond Library. Children enhance their reading skills by reading to certified therapy dogs. The program is fun for both children and animals!

Sessions last approximately 15-20 minutes.

In the photo, Bailey enjoys his time with Elexis.

"Therapy Animals Making A Big Difference" - Video featuring miniature horse, Two-Spot, and Debbie, her handler. Click here to see video!

The Oklahoman features Staci & Little Sister, her miniature horse. Click here to read more.

5-weeks of Therapy Certification Prep-Classes.

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May 2, 2009, Creatures and Kids

evaluates and certifies new teams

Best Buy volunteers, Melissa and Katie,

provided great support throughout the day!

Special thanks to BEST BUY for providing volunteers & PETCO for providing the venue!

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Once again Best Buy Children's Foundation generously donates to Creatures and Kids!

In fiscal 2008, Best Buy contributed $31.8 million to surrounding Best Buy communities. Up from fiscal 2007, when Best Buy and the Best Buy Children's Foundation contributed approximately $25 million. The Best Buy Children's Foundation goal is "to enhance the quality of life of school-age children in communities where Best Buy maintains a presence - through support of programs and organizations that offer leadership and educational opportunities. The Foundation invests in organizations and programs committed to making a difference in the lives of children. Emphasis is placed on innovative programs that promote personal achievement, mentor relationships and life skills, and accentuate learning opportunities for school-age children."

Lance Ruffel Oil and Gas Company gives substantial donation to Creatures and Kids!

Creatures and kids receives a much needed donation from Lance Ruffel Oil and Gas Company of Oklahoma City. Donations such as this help us provide services and good works to our community.

YWCA awards Creatures And Kids “Volunteer of the Year” for 2007.

The Purple Sash is Oklahoma City YWCA’s largest event and fundraiser. The black-tie optional gala, held June 22, proved to be an elegant evening of food, entertainment, recognition, fashion show and auction.

Creatures And Kids was honored to be recognized for working with children and women in crisis. Our teams have been partnering with the YWCA since February 2004.

Our Mission

Creatures And Kids, Inc. is currently scheduling Working Teams (animals and handlers) to visit various facilities. We offer an exciting opportunity to influence the lives of both youth and animals.

Therapy dog