World’s Largest Pet Walk at Queen’s North Hawaii Community Hospital
Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, September 26
- Time: 8 AM
- Location: Across from Pukalani Stables, Waimea
- Distance: 2-mile walk
About the Event:
Queen’s North Hawaii Community Hospital is participating in the “World’s Largest Pet Walk,” an event that promotes the health benefits of being active with pets. The hospital invites community members and their pets to join its pet therapy teams for this exciting morning.
Health Benefits:
Walking with pets can significantly improve cardiovascular fitness and lower the risk of heart disease and stroke. Studies suggest that people who walk their animals are more likely to meet recommended physical activity levels.
What to Bring:
- Pets: Must be well-behaved and on leashes.
- No Registration Required: Just show up, and if you don’t have a pet, therapy animals will be available to walk with.
Community Encouragement:
Lynn Scully, spokesperson for the hospital, emphasized the importance of community involvement and encouraged everyone to participate.
Interested in Therapy Animals?
For more information about becoming a therapy animal team, visit Pet Partners or the hospital’s website: www.nhch.com (navigate to Careers/Career Paths/Volunteer).
Contact Information:
For questions, please call 881-4421.
Join us for a fun, healthy morning with your furry friends—rain or shine!
