2023 Pets and Vets Press Kit
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Pets and Vets
From service animals to household companions, our pets are so much more than an animal. Our Third Annual Pets and Vets Week, July 13-15, 2023, connects you to resources and animals that are shown to improve quality of life. Explore your options through demonstrations, educational engagements and more!
This free community event is open to the public. We always welcome well-behaved service animals trained to assist visitors with disabilities during their Museum visit.
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
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11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
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11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
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About the National Veterans Memorial and Museum
The National Veterans Memorial and Museum takes visitors on a narrative journey telling individual stories and sharing experiences of Veterans from all military branches throughout history. The National Veterans Memorial and Museum pays tribute to the sacrifices of men and women in service and their families. History is presented through a dynamic, participatory experience with photos, letters and personal effects, multi-media presentations, and interactive exhibits. Together, these elements link our national story of service to the larger context of the world.
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Ambassador Animals with the Columbus Zoo
Thursday, July 13 | 12 p.m.
Connect with wildlife as you enjoy up-close interactions with the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s Ambassador Animals! Enjoy a fun and meaningful experience with a member of the Ambassador Animal team and learn how they raise awareness for the animals they care for every day.
Benefits of Beekeeping with the Central Ohio Beekeepers Association
Thursday, July 13 | 1:30 p.m.
Buzz buzz! From fruit to potatoes, honeybees pollinate $15 billion worth of crops in the United States each year. Learn from the Central Ohio Beekeepers Association about the important elements of beekeeping, its impact on our biodiversity, and how you can improve pollinator habitats.
Yoga with Buckeye Paws Therapy Dogs
Friday, July 14 | 11 a.m.
Stay calm with the help of our furry friends in our first-ever Pets and Vets guided yoga session. Buckeye Paws Therapy Dogs, an innovative animal-assisted therapy program launched by The OSU Wexner Medical Center, joins for to share how man’s best friend and yoga can be a powerful combination to help relieve stress, build resilience and maintain optimal fitness.
Urban Wildlife with the Ohio Canid Center
Friday, July 14 | 12 p.m.
Explore wildlife conservation with the Ohio Canid Center and their Ambassador Animals. Learn about what makes wild canine species uniquely able to adapt to urban environments and how we can safely cohabitate with them.
Treat Making with Growler’s Dog Bones
Friday, July 14 | 1:30 p.m.
Learn how Growlers Dog Bones is serving man and man’s best friend. In this hands-on session, the Growler’s team walks us through how they make their natural recipes as well as impact lives by serving individuals with disabilities.
Basic K9 Obedience Training with MALTAC K9
Saturday, July 15 | 12 p.m.
Join Sean, a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, from MALTAC K9 at the Museum for a free Basic Dog Obedience lesson. Learn how to teach your dog basic commands and maintain mutual connection and understanding safely and effectively. This session is for humans only – only service animals are permitted!
Service Animals with Black Paw Canine
Saturday, July 15 | 2 p.m.
Wanna learn all there is to learn about service animals? Join Black Paw Canine for a crash course in service animals, their benefits and how they train these highly intelligent K9s in an informational and educational session with a Q&A.
See below for some commonly asked questions about Pets and Vets and their respective answers!
