Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital reschedules World’s Largest Pet Walk event
Queen’s North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital’s rescheduled pet walk is this Saturday, October
10, in Waimea.
The World’s Largest Pet Walk encourages everyone to enjoy the health benefits of being active with pets.
Community members and their pets are welcome to join the hospital’s pet therapy teams on a two-mile
walk starting across from Pukalani Stables at 8 am, rain or shine. This worldwide pet walk was created by
Pet Partners, the nation’s leading organization registering therapy animals.
Walking daily can increase cardiovascular fitness and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. In
addition, research has found that people who walk with an animal are more likely to meet physical activity
recommendations.
“The World’s Largest Pet Walk is a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community while
celebrating the special bond between people and animals,” said Lynn Scully, spokesperson for Queen’s
North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital. “Bring your pet, or enjoy the walk with one of our friendly therapy
animals. Anyone interested in becoming a therapy animal team can learn more at petpartners.org or visit
the hospital’s website at www.nhch.com (Careers/Career Paths/Volunteer).”
Pets must be well behaved and on leashes. No sign up is required. For questions, please call 881-4421.
