PETE'S PET POSSE
Oklahoma State University's
beloved pet therapy program was founded in 2013 as a vision of former First Cowgirl Ann Hargis.
The nation’s most comprehensive university based pet therapy program, our mission is to enhance the well-being of the Cowboy family through professionally trained and nationally certified pet therapy teams, in collaboration with campus resources and generous supporters. Utilizing teams of dedicated volunteer handlers to impact our OSU community, we create moments of joy, reduce stress, and build bonds that embody the Cowboy spirit. Learn more about Pete’s Pet Posse and discover the power of pawsitivity!
OSU Pet Therapy Fund
Pete's Pet Posse is a self-funded program. Support from private donors supplies our pet therapy teams with a variety of needs to be successful. From our orange tartan vests to leashes and trading cards, the Pete's Pet Posse Program is made possible through your support.
Every dollar the program receives makes a difference in the lives of students, faculty, staff and visitors at Oklahoma State University.
Nearly 90 pet therapy teams serve our university system-wide and more teams are added each year.
Research is playing a vital role
in understanding the impact pet therapy has in our community
The P3 research committee was formed to dive deeper into understanding the impacts of pet therapy. Our therapy teams have been providing support for the OSU and Stillwater communities for 10 years.
In loving memory of Scruff
Scruff Hargis, the fur-child of former OSU President Burns Hargis and First Cowgirl Ann, was a member of the first Pete's Pet Posse class of therapy dogs. Scruff's demeanor and sweet personality served as a launching pad for the pet therapy program and his legacy is living on with each class of pups trained to join in on the mission.
2023 a celebration of 10 years
of Pete's Pet Posse
In 2023, Pete’s Pet Posse reached a remarkable milestone: 10 years of pet therapy at OSU. Throughout the year, we commemorated this achievement with a diverse array of celebratory events, all leading up to the unforgettable Cowboys, Canines, and Cocktails.
Activities and Merchandise
Take a piece of your favorite pet therapy program wherever you go!
Activities like coloring books and word searches are now available. Grab your limited edition Pete's Pet Posse tee from Eskimo Joes!
STAY IN TOUCH
The Center for Pet Therapy is open daily from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. in room 224 of the Student Union. Reach us by email at the button below or call 405-744-PUPS (7877).
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