Creating thriving communities from the power of the human-animal bond
With 69% of Australians owning a pet, and more than 85% of Australian pet owners feeling having pets impacts their lives positively, the human-animal bond holds significant potential for positive social change if supported. Integrating a veterinary social service into communities harnesses the potential of this bond as a catalyst for thriving communities, as evidenced by our services.
As we strive to create positive social change, measuring our impact is a dynamic and integral part of this journey and guides our continuous efforts to enhance the wellbeing of both individuals and their cherished pets.
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100% of surveyed pet owners report health and wellbeing benefits from their pets.
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93% of clients say their cherished pets help reduce loneliness.
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For every pet assisted, 4 other people are positively impacted — demonstrating how pets foster connections and bring joy.
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100% of clients are satisfied with the support they receive.
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94% of social service case managers (across mental health, family violence, and homelessness) say our services lead to positive outcomes for people in crisis.
Our veterinary social services create a multitude of positive animal welfare and human health and wellbeing outcomes
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The Impact of Aged Care Services
Supporting pet ownership among the elderly, a group that often experiences heightened loneliness and social isolation, creates a more enriched quality of life.
Our veterinary care services ensure that animal-loving older people with companion animals receive the necessary at-home care for their pets, preserving the unique human-animal bond, reducing the likelihood of pets being surrendered or euthanised, supporting their family and community connections, and contributing to their quality of life.
40%
of the estimated total social value was experienced by our elderly clients.
$5.40
Aged Care Services generated $5.40 of social and economic value for every $1 invested.
Social Service Agency Partner Outcomes
Outcomes experienced by referral social service agencies were identified through a survey with the agency provider stakeholder group to understand the type of support provided by agencies referring to Cherished Pets and the impact of the support provided.
94%
Experienced positive outcomes from support provided
