Harmony for Homeless Paws: Music's Calming Influence on Shelter Animals
A 12-year-old, Yuvi Agarwal, founded Wild Tunes in 2023 to bring musicians to animal shelters to soothe stressed animals. His initiative, now active in Houston, New Jersey, and Denver, has attracted about 100 volunteers. While some experts call for further study, anecdotal evidence supports music's calming effect.
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In an innovative project, 12-year-old Yuvi Agarwal from Houston has launched Wild Tunes, a nonprofit organization dedicated to comforting shelter animals through music. Noticing the calming effects of his keyboard on his own dog, Bozo, Agarwal set out to perform for shelter animals with the help of volunteer musicians.
Volunteer Sarah McDonner, a professional musician, emphasized the importance of positive human interaction for animals in shelters, suggesting it improves their chances of adoption. The program, already initiated in several locations, aims to mitigate stress for animals and provide musicians with a unique audience to hone their skills.
While classical music is suggested to have a calming influence on dogs, experts like Lori Kogan stress the need for more research due to varying results. However, Yuvi's efforts and ongoing plans to expand the program demonstrate a promising approach to enhancing animal welfare.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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