• Hands & Words Are Not For Hurting Project®
• Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics
• West Valley Hospital – Dallas, OR
• Willamette Vital Health
  Camp Mighty Oaks For Children & Families
• Oregon State Hospital
• Assisted Living Facilities
• Memory Care Facilities
• 911 Call Center

• Boys & Girls Club of Salem, Marion & Polk Counties
• Salem – Keizer Public Schools
• South Salem High School
  – Destress Fest Event
• Animal Assisted Crisis Response(Pet Partners)
• Read To Me Program(Pet Partners)
• Church At The Park(Family Shelter)
• K9 Corps

“Good Evening everyone! My name is Rhonda Herbert, and this is my partner, Daphne. Inspired by a love for animals and a desire to make a positive impact, we became a certified pet therapy team through Pet Partners.

Tonight, Daphne and I are thrilled and honored to accept the
National Animal Therapy Day Proclamation in Salem, Oregon.

This proclamation is not just for us — it’s for ALL the dedicated animal therapy teams right here in our city and across the nation. These remarkable teams bring comfort, joy, and healing to those in need. From loyal dogs to patient cats, gentle horses, and every other furry companion, past and present, who has made a difference… We stand Together.

Together, we create a brighter, more compassionate world — one paw at a time. Thank you to Stacy Simmons, Mayor Hoy, and Counselor Nishioka, for recognizing the vital work of animal therapy teams. Thank you to all who believe in the healing power of animals.

Thank you so much and have a good evening.” — Rhonda Herbert