Teens Create Poetry to Help Shelter Animals Find Forever Homes
‘Empathy for Animals’ Program Combines Creativity and Compassion
The year concluded with an inspiring initiative called ‘Empathy for Animals’, a collaborative project spearheaded by Leslie Armstrong, Head of Youth Services and Ambassador Sponsor, alongside Patti Tana, the library’s esteemed Poet-in-Residence.
How the Animal Shelter Poetry Project Works
Young participants experienced firsthand connection with rescue animals through a special shelter visit where they:
- Toured the animal shelter facilities
- Met and interacted with adoptable pets
- Gathered inspiration for original rescue-themed poetry
- Created heartfelt verses dedicated to individual animals
Using Poetry to Increase Animal Adoptions
These creative poems serve a meaningful purpose beyond artistic expression. The animal adoption poetry acts as a compelling tool to attract potential adopters, with special focus on pets who face longer wait times or additional adoption challenges.
Each poem provides a touching, personalized introduction to shelter animals, helping families connect emotionally with their potential new companions before they even meet.
A Compassionate Bridge to Forever Homes
This innovative approach combines youth community service with animal welfare, offering rescue pets a beautiful, poetic send-off as they journey toward their forever families. The program demonstrates how creativity and empathy can work together to make a real difference in the lives of shelter animals awaiting their second chance.
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