The Rescue Animal Mp3 Project
has installed Rescue Animal Mp3 music in 525+ shelters in 50 states, soothing over 57,000 animals with very positive calming effects! Shelter Directors, Animal Control Wardens and Volunteers share their experiences with this music enrichment project for their animals.
We appreciate and sincerely thank the Directors, Wardens, staff, volunteers and adopters who compassionately care for all the homeless animals!
“I am a volunteer at the Pottawattamie County Animal shelter in SW Iowa. We received one of your MP3 systems earlier this year and continue to be amazed at the effect it has on the dogs that are in our shelter. Even the hounds. The other night when “This Old Man” was playing with the pulsing beat in the background, Maddie, a CoonHound that we currently are caring for, who never stops barking, was quiet for the entirety of the song. It made me tearful. Thank You for what you are doing for the animals that sadly find themselves in shelters.” ~Genelle -Pottawattamie County Animal Shelter, Council Bluffs, IA
“Even aggressive dogs are easier to handle” ~Erik – Valencia County Animal Control, Los Lunas, NM
“I wanted to let you know how wonderful the Mp3 is! We held a “World Spay Day” a couple of weeks ago, and our lobby was full of dogs – about 20 altogether. All of them were crying & howling & barking, so someone suggested they turn on the music – it works with the shelter dogs, maybe it will work for these dogs, too. Within a few minutes every single dog quieted & became calmer. Some of the staff even remarked that the music was having a calming effect on them, too. We’re so excited about it, that we’re going to do an article on it in our local newspaper.” ~Neena – Collierville Animal Services, Collierville, TN
“I want you to be the first to know….the Edison Animal Shelter music system is up and running thanks to your donation of the mp3player, timer, and especially the music/sounds. It is playing throughout the entire shelter.
I walked in the large dog room and ‘got goosebumps” when I heard it playing……it is wonderful. We are next to a skate park and a high usage railroad main line……so this will have a huge impact on lowering the impact of the outside noises. With the music, our aroma therapy, and plenty of exercise we plan to have many calm animals to adopt out…..may be karma since we adopted out 3 dogs today….a small pit bull who had been with us for 11 months, an abandoned rottweiler, and a little mixed terrier who came in as a stray. See how the music is helping already! We are so very grateful to you…..many, many, thanks.” ~Geoff - Edison Animal Shelter, Edison, NJ
“Before I left the shelter today I had the pleasure of listening to the beautiful calming music throughout the shelter – it was amazing. The music created a whole new experience and vibe, one that will surely benefit all the animals (and volunteers!) by reducing stress levels. The sound quality is extraordinary. “ ~Joan – Edison Animal Shelter, Edison, NJ
“We just wanted to tell you what a fantastic idea this was. We absolutely LOVE it!! Our shelter has several different wings and rooms and we put the one you gave us in our “sick” room. I 100% believe it is helping! Our cats are getting over Upper respiratory quickly and we are just thrilled with it! We would love to put a few more in other areas of the shelter!!!” ~Ashley – Daviess County Animal Control, Owensboro, KY
“I am so happy – I adopted out a dog we had for a YEAR today, our beloved Rosie, the Rottweiler female whose separation anxiety was alleviated by the beautiful soothing music. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generosity.”
~ Shirley – Brooklyn Animal Shelter Ohio
“This is a great product and works as described! It really had a visible effect on the animals and I think every shelter and dog boarding facility should have one! It works just like the video! The dogs stopped barking when we put it on. It was amazing! Thank you so much for this opportunity to help our animals. ~Nancy – Menominee Animal Shelter, Menominee, MI
“Got my speakers, got the unit all set up, turned it on, and after a few minutes of the music playing, one of our rescue kitties hopped up on the table, started rubbing against the speakers, curled up by them and drifted off into a peaceful sleep! Here at Stray Central, I’ll say it’s “Kitty tested and kitty approved!” Thanks a million!!!” ~Lisa – Stray Central, Springdale, AK
“We love our MP3player! We are happy to have received our Rescue Animal MP3 player. Our animals have become more accustomed to the calming nature of the music being played in our facility. The depression has subsided, staff is happier, there is less tendency of animals to show the bad behaviors; such as chewing up bedding, demolishing toys, and acting out towards other pets or new people. When the music is a little louder, there seems to be much less barking. They appear to like hearing the more soft music versus each other bark. More of our animals, especially the dogs, seem to be more at ease. They don’t seem to pace their kennels as much or do their circles spinning. More actually are laid down, or acclimated to sitting in their kennels and being noticed versus the high energy levels having been exerted previously to obtain attention from staff, volunteers, or prospective adoptive families. We have actually seen an increase in the amount of food consumed. There appears to be more eating in a regular pattern than one day eat a ton, the next eat nothing, the third eat very finicky. Consistency in the feeding times to the food being fully consumed has become more regular. More of our pets seem to have a more positive approach to meeting new people. There seems to be less bad activity such as chewing bedding, demolishing toys, lunging at the front of the kennel. The staff likes to have the music available to use when things appear to be getting more and more chaos. It is always nice to have more ideas to assist with the calming of our pets in the facility.” ~Sherrie – The Marshmallow Foundation, Detroit Lakes, MN
“The Rescue Animal MP3 Project is a wonderful program. I can’t say enough good about it. Anything we can do to help relieve the stress and anxiety for these animals waiting for their forever homes is is so vital. This is an amazing way to help do that. Every shelter and rescue should have this system. Thank you so much for sending this to our little shelter. We are so thankful for it and appreciate it beyond words.” ~Susan – Delta Animal Shelter, Escanaba, MI
“The chosen music is perfect for animals. We believe there are several factors that are important to helping keep animals calm and music plays an important role in this.” ~Melanie – Yucca valley animal Shelter, Yucca Valley, CA
“I just wanted to let you know how much we ALL love the music. It is such a calming environment for not only our kitties-who visibly are very relaxed but also for the public as well as the staff.
It has created a very pleasant atmosphere inside the shelter in our kitty room. One battle we always fight is the perception the public has of a “dreary, sad shelter”. Many people come to us anxious that they will be sad. The music has unexpectedly helped us help them feel more relaxed and realize the shelter is a wonderful place.
Also, another issue that was not realized before was the effect it has on the staff and volunteers. This profession is one of high emotion, compassion fatigue and difficult situations. I can truly say that the music has a calming effect on all. Thank you so much.” ~Susan – Delta Animal Shelter, Escanaba, MI
“The dogs used to bark all day at everything. now they bark when we get come in the morning. they bark just a little when customers come in to visit through out the day but most of the time they are very relaxed and quiet. By the end of the day after they have been feed and let out to use the bathroom all day. they will just lay on their beds / blankets resting instead of up running around in their kennels. Some of the volunteers enjoy their own music. for them they have to bring their own ear phones and music.” ~Jenny – Clarke County Animal Shelter, Berryville, VA
“The music has seemed particularly beneficial to the cats. I believe the newly arrived cats are settling in more quickly after intake. I am not sure but notice that there have been fewer cats in the isolation room. Everyone notices and loves that the music is especially created for the animals.” ~Suzanne – Animal Friends, Pittsburgh, PA
“Noticed an immediate difference in noise level of dogs in kennels. Continuous barking of high-energy dogs reduced drastically. Some of the more timid animals seen to be more outgoing now. This is a wonderful project and we appreciate the opportunity to be a part of it. Thank you!” ~Katherine – Southern Pines Animal Shelter, Hattiesburg, MS
“There will always be a few dogs that have separate anxiety and have become habitual barkers that will not be soothed with music, Thundershirts or aromatic hormones. We find that they are quieted and are more relaxed plus sleep better at night with the music. They are not “geared up” during the day and are more likely to be adopted. They love to eat with the music. The animals love to have the music on constantly. If the music is off due to losing power, they fidget more and spin around in their cages. Everyone loves the music. I like to have it on a lower volume, but some of the workers like to have it up. We LOVE it!! Thank you for helping to improve the lives of our animals. They would thank you, if they could!! Their wagging tails and purrs are the only signs that we can go by. Well done!!” ~Tina – Cut Bank Animal Shelter, Cut Bank, MT
“The Rescue Animal MP3 Project is a wonderful program we are telling everyone about it. It really works!!!!” ~Mary – Wilson County Animal Control, Lebanon, TN
“We notice that they calm down quicker than they used to after being outside, or when other dogs or people pass thru. This seems to have a positive influence over the attitudes and relaxation of our dogs.” ~ Eric – Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue, Westfield, NY
“Oh yes, I have seen behavioral improvements. They really settled down a lot with this type of music playing. They still bark when they ear someone comes in or see someone, but they are happy now. I will be sharing this great opportunity to a lot more rescues and shelters as I come into contact with them. Thank you so much for allowing us to have the players.” ~Bonnie – Tri State County Animal Response Team, Batavia, OH
“We use the system in the cats and dogs. we have 9 speakers that were installed and its amazing. We see behavioral improvement in the dogs that spin in there kennels, the dogs go quiet quicker and the smaller dogs seem to me more relaxed. We love it.” ~Donald - Happy Tails, Rock Falls , IL
“I think the music has a calming effect on EVERYONE – animals and people. This is a great program. We have noticed a huge impact on the stress level of our shelter animals. The animals seem much calmer & relaxed. Our staff and volunteers really enjoy the music as well. Thank you so much for providing this service to homeless animals!” ~ Tina – The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, SC
“I truly am amazed; I think it’s a wonderful program. Thank you so much for giving to the shelter dogs in our small rural shelter. It is nice to have the music and such a relaxing environment. I can’t tell you how amazed I am about how well the music is working. The shelter staff staff and a few volunteers thought I had lost my mind when I said we were going to us this and they admitted to me that it truly does work. THANK YOU so much for giving so freely to the shelter.” ~ Jennifer – Hancock County Animal Shelter, Lewisport, KY
“The mp3 player is working great for our kennels. We have seen a big reduction in the noise level and the canines seem to be in a much calmer state. We use the system about 7 hours a day at a low volume. The results are very positive and we thank you for the system.” ~Officer Mike – Edgewood Animal Shelter, Edgewood, NM
“Volunteers are thrilled with the changes and the music. It was wonderful, can’t think of a way to improve. Its so important that we collectively use everything we can to improve the lives of animals in shelters. Just by changing the music in the kennels, we’ve seen significant improvement in their stress, barking and ability to withstand the kennel environment.” ~Lynn – A New Hope Foundation, Loomis, CA
“Got my speakers, got the unit all set up, turned it on, and after a few minutes of the music playing, one of our rescue kitties hopped up on the table, started rubbing against the speakers, curled up by them and drifted off into a peaceful sleep! Here at Stray Central, I’ll say it’s “Kitty tested and kitty approved!” Thanks a million!!!” ~Lisa – Stray Central, Springdale, AK
“Our shelter received the MP3 player last week. We immediately hooked them up and saw a difference. We have always played music in our kennels but this was amazing! The calming effects were quickly realized especially in our cat room! The cats were calmer and a lot more social when visited by the public. Our volunteers noticed a difference in the animal’s anxiety levels and the dogs bark much less.” ~Angela – Humphreys County Humane Society, Waverly, TN
“We are so pleased with the MP3 player and music you provided the pets at our shelter. I will testify anytime, that the music has a significant calming effect on our animals. Thank you sooooooooooooo much !!” ~Joy – Spencer County Animal Shelter,Chrisney, IN
“Thanks for a really innovative program! Some of the very timid cats are somewhat more approachable, there seems to be a slight lessening of their anxiousness when approached by people. The music is a very nice addition to our Big Cat Room. Our shelter is a sanctuary as well as an adoption center and some of our cats are long-term residents. We don’t cage the cats unless they are new arrivals or sick, so the music just makes their environment more like a home than an institution. Volunteers really like the music and enjoy listening to it even when not working.” ~Lise – Salem County Humane Society, Carneys Point, NJ
“It usually took new cats 2-3 days to calm down and “settle in.” I’m now noticing most are much calmer the very next day with the MP3 music. And when played throughout the entire place and not just the isolation area, all the cats seem calmer and seem to get along better. Plus, the music also has a calming effect on me and the volunteers, which makes for more relaxed energy throughout the entire place! The MP3 music seems to help with separation anxiety and their adjustment to a new environment.” ~Lisa – Stray Central, Springdale, AK
“It is great! We rescue pregnant dogs from pounds many times only hours from having their babies. This is quite stressful for them and the music really helps soothe and settle them in a new environment. Thank you so much for providing this to our shelter. We use it each and every day!” ~Denise – Save A Mom, East Sparta, OH
“We have had visitors and workers from other departments comment on the kennels being quieter since we started the music. Thank you so much for the Rescue Animal MP3. It has made a noticeable difference in the atmosphere of our shelter and being a small government ran open-admission shelter we may not have had the opportunity to explore this option due to budget restraints.” ~ Trinity – Hardee County Animal Control, Wauchula, FL
“The kennel feels calmer. With the arrival of your music, we also put speakers up in the cattery areas. The public and the cats also seem to enjoy the homey and soothing music. Thank you so much helping sheltered animals! We are so thankful for Rescue Animal MP3 Project, supporters, and musicians for providing this amazing way enhance the shelter experience for animals and the people who care for them.” ~Laura – Lincoln County Animal Shelter, Newport, OR
“Yes, it calms them down when the music playing. The music helps to stop the barking. Sometimes we have to first quiet them down so they can hear the music, than once they are calm and the music is playing, they stay quiet and relax. They are definitely more relaxed. THANK YOU!!” ~ Jodi – Lost Our Home Pet Foundation, Phoenix, AZ
“The staff and volunteers appreciate it very much and it seems to really calm the cats and dogs. We’re thrilled with it. The Animal Adoption Foundation is very appreciative of all the service that The Rescue Animal Project provides. The music has been an amazing addition to our shelter and has greatly calmed the dogs and cats. There is less noise and stress among the animals in our care. We hope that all shelters will take advantage of this amazing service! Thank you for the great service you do!” ~Jennifer – Animal Adoption Foundation, Hamilton, OH
“We absolutely love this idea! We have had many people come into the shelter and make comments about the music. Thanks!” ~Kelly – Seneca County Dog Warden, Tiffin, OH
“On bad weather days the music really helps the cats to be calmer. This is a really great idea I believe many shelters could benefit from this program. This is a very worthwhile project,and I am so great full we could be included in it!” ~ Diana – Rays Of Hope, Eubank, KY
“ABSOLUTELY! There is a night and day difference in the behavior and general happiness of our dogs and cats. Before we installed the MP3 player, our dogs would bark at any noise they heard. It was a near constant stream of barking. Since installing and playing the calming music, the barking has dropped AT LEAST 60%! They have a much calmer demeanor! The animals are so much calmer and at peace with the music going. Their tension from the shelter has easily been cut in half. I have noticed that the animals are more calm and relaxed, which I believe leads to elevated happiness. Everyone LOVES it! People have asked where to get this music for their pets at home after seeing how well it works! This MP3 has been a LIFESAVER to our shelter. It is unbelievable how much a difference this music system has made to our dogs and cats. I would recommend this ten times over to any shelter! ” ~Frankie – Clearlake Animal Control, Clearlake, CA
“The cats are very relaxed. They perk up when certain instruments are sounded (like the gong & chime). I feel the cats enjoy the music. We’re very pleased with the music. I find that I’m spending more time in the rooms with the cats just listening to the music. It’s calming to me too!” ~ Peggy – Safe Journey Rescue, Cedar Rapids, IA
“The first day it was amazing, the lobby was so noisy, then we turned it on and the staff loved the music and they said it made them feel better, more relaxed and happier. Yes, amazing on heavy surgery days when the lobby is full of owned animals. Thank you for this opportunity to help our dogs.” ~ Nina – Collierville Animal Services, Collierville, TN
“This is MOST useful for the cats, who previously had to listen to a “wall of barking” – now the sound helps the dogs, and the cats have their own MP3 players to cover any additional barking.” ~Lisa – Friends of Animals Utah, Park City, UT
“The cats seem to rest more and more people friendly. Less aggression in the large kennels. The cats seem to enjoy their morning treats more with the MP3 music. Especially new cats adjusting to the shelter environment. They play more with the toys and devises we provide to entertain them. The music on the MP3 has a positive effect on our cats and kittens, as well as our all volunteer staff caring for them. Feed back from some who have adopted cats from our shelter, stated the environment in our shelter is the best they have ever seen. This makes us feel our efforts are appreciated.” ~Jesse – Yerington Area Cat Control, Yerington, NV
“It relaxes me when I see the dogs relax!” ~Heather – Animal Rescue League, Laurel, MS
“It is the space in between triggers-doors opening, people walking past, dogs walking past, etc, that we have seen the most improvement, they are more quiet during these times and they become quiet following a trigger much quicker. Longer periods of quiet time means less arousal. They rest comfortably and quietly when there are no triggers. We have many positive comments from the staff, volunteers, board of directors, and public!” ~Teresa – Cowley County Humane Society, Winfield, KS
“It’s fabulous!! Love the system, so thankful to your org. It’s a win-win situation! I know the minute I hear it when I walk in – I am more relaxed because I know the animals are!! I would recommend it all shelters & facilities! Just wish more shelters knew about it. We can’t thank you enough for the MP3 player, it has made such a difference in the dog kennel area. I really enjoyed the video attached to your website too! I enjoyed watching the animals just become calm.” ~Andrea – Humane Society of Amherst County, Amherst, VA
“We have received and installed the Mp3 player in our shelter and it’s WONDERFUL! We cannot believe how it settles and calms our dogs. Thank you so much for providing us with this wonderful tool…we absolutely love it! ~Marnie – Washington County Humane Society, Slinger, WI
“There is a huge difference when the music plays. some dogs get cage nervous and this has helped immensely with that. Even certain songs seem to get them to quiet down and relax.” ~Jody – Adopt-A-Pet, Fenton, MI
“I wanted to let you know that we received our mp3 player and have installed it. It is amazing to have calming music playing throughout the kennel! Thank you so much for giving us this opportunity to enrich the lives of the animals in our care!” ~Danette – Torrance County Animal Shelter, McIntosh, NM
Hi there! We received the MP3 Player and have installed it in our kennel room. WE LOVE IT! We love it so much, and can already see the difference it is making for our kennel room dogs and puppies that we would really love to have one in both rooms. We can see the difference in these rescue kids, and are impressed with your project. THANK YOU so much for making a difference for rescue kids and shelter kids!!! Let me know if we can have another one and bless you for your project and efforts! ~Lori - Haven of Hope Rescue Foundation, Okarche, OK
“The cats are happier and the dogs seem to settle faster. It took the staff a little while to appreciate the music, but after a few days I noticed they actually turned it up because they enjoy it. We are trying to have a new shelter built and the MP3 project will be a big part of the kennel area. We have a quarantine area in the dog building so those cats get to hear the music and I have noticed they are calmer.” ~Tracy – Southwick Animal Control/Shelter, Southwick, MA
“Great project; good job!! More anxious cats are calmer and friendlier; less hiding. The music helps with anxiety and boredom. It keeps the cats interested and playful! thank you so much!! ~Alicia – No Cat Left Behind, Syracuse, NY
“Thank you, thank you, thank you!! We love it; more importantly, the animals love it. Within minutes of putting the unit together, the cats were settling down for a nap. The puppies crawled on their Kuranda beds and were sleeping. How’s that for successful?! We will keep giving you updates. We know that it is going to be terrific for our shelter. I’m enclosing two photos of our plaque on the wall by the entrance to our shelter.” ~Tina – Cut Bank Animal Shelter, Cut Bank, MT
“We are Animal Control, so many animals come in and out so frequently, but I have peeked in through a window we have in the door leading to the kennels and find the dogs lying calmly on their resting benches more often than when the music is playing. When the music stops playing, many dogs get up and start messing around with their water bowls or start biting at the cage doors. Of course, I can’t guarantee that it doesn’t happen when the music is playing, I can just hear it when the music is not playing, which leads me to assume they do it more often without the music.” ~Cassie – Rock Springs Animal Control, Rock Springs, WY
“When there is no stimulation of people in the kennel area it seems like the dogs get quieter faster. There seems to be less pacing and the dogs particularly are laying down more. The instrumental music is definitely relaxing. It is a great program!” ~Julia – City of Mankato Animal Impound, Mankato, MN
“The Dogs are more Calm since we install the MP3.The Dogs & The Staff are Loving the Music.Can”t Thank you enough!!!” ~Michael - Nolas Furry Friends, Woodland Park, NJ
“Thank you again for the music. It has made a wonderful change for the better for our dogs.” ~ Jackie – Medfield Animal Shelter, Medfield, MA
“We have installed the system In our kennels. It works perfectly. We have started to notice the animals being in a calmer state. The canines are especially effected by the music which helps during cleaning by our kennel workers. I will keep you updated on the progress. Thank you for this great system and your help with this project.” ~Officer Mike – Edgewood Animal Control, Edgewood NM
“We are very pleased with the results. This seems to be an ongoing process, but I have noticed that at night when I am working here alone, it is much quieter in the kennels. Staff and volunteers have told me that the music is much improved over what we had before. We are very proud to be a participant in this very worthwhile project! ~Warren – Greater Huntsville Humane Society, Huntsville, AL
“The dogs all seem to be more calm during the day.” ~Yuri – Animal Humane New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
“We’ve had a great experience with the music you’ve provided here at our Newington branch and we would love to be able to implement the music at our two other shelters in Westport and Waterford. We love the program! ~Amanda, Connecticut Humane Society, Newington, CT
“We cannot thank you enough! We have seen less stress in the animals and in our staff!” ~Lisa, Central MN Animal Control, Sauk Rapids, MN
“Easy to use, like the variety. Visitors seem to like the background music as well since it adds a touch of class. Especially in cat intake areas. Thanks so much for your efforts on behalf of animals. ~ Anthony – Heart of Minnesota Animal Shelter, Hutchinson, MN
“We connected the Mp3 player in a minute and immediately saw the difference. What a wonderful way to relax our shelter guests. The difference was so noticeable. We can’t thank you enough for you generosity.” ~Cheryl – Blue Moon Cat Shelter, Witter, Arkansas
“When more relaxed , less stress. I think they are getting better sleep at night.” ~Carol – Friends of Noah, Amelia, OH
“The cats seem much more relaxed. The cats seem more laid back – there have been a lot less fights – we hardly have any fights but there are even less now. This is the first time in several years where we have no cats on meds at all – wonderful!! The volunteers have all commented on the music and the positive effect on the cats. They have also commented that they are more relaxed when they are at the shelter. We are extremely happy with the music and the calming effect for the cats. Thanks so much for the music – we are always looking for anything that can improve the quality of the life of the cats while they are waiting to be adopted.” ~ Joann – Second Chance Animal Rescue, Austintown, OH
“We just installed our mp3 player in the shelter and its awesome!! Thank you very much! I think the dogs and cats are really starting to respond! What a great program this is!” ~Bradley – Town of Oyster Bay Animal Shelter, Syosset, NY
“We love this I actually went and bought some wireless speakers on my own so the cats could enjoy the music as well. I have had so many visitors comment on the music in the kennels. Thank you so much and I do tell everyone in Animal Control I run in too about it. Thank you so much.” ~Christy – Cranston Animal Shelter, Cranston, RI
“We received our set up last week and are thrilled to have it working! The music is soothing and helpful; our conditions are not the best acoustically, but the dogs who come in new to the pound are the ones who primarily enjoy it. Thanks for this most wonderful donation to the Friends of Campbell County Animal Control, and to the Campbell County Animal Control and Care Facility, Rustburg, VA” ~Barbe
“It is a easy, simple system that is a wonderful additions for our Animals. Your organization is missing out on a great opportunity by not using the Mp3 Project! Thanks for the program!” ~Laurie -Central Nebraska Humane Society, Grand Island, NE
“The music on the Mp3 is excellent! I love the music that was sent to us.” ~Shannon – Dog Orphans, Douglas, MA
“We are very pleased with the results so far. Amazing!” ~ED – Yavapai Humane Society, Prescott, AZ
“The first day we installed it, the animals made a noticable difference in attitude and noise.” ~TJ -Cheatham County Animal Control, Pegram, TN
“Thank you for all you do!! It truly seems to be helping them to relax… and is also welcoming to our visitors/customers… ” ~Angela – The Animal Orphanage of Voorhees, Voorhees, NJ
“With both the cats and dogs, the music seems to help keep the stress levels down, which in turn keeps the barking down as well. We have had many questions about the music, so we explain why it’s played and where the music comes from. Thanks to you and your group, we enjoy the music.” ~Paul – Chasing Daylight Animal Shelter, Tomah, WI
“Everything worked out just fine and I just want to thank you again especially from all the furbabies” ~Jim -Animal Guardians of South Carolina, Little River, SC
“We love the results that the music does for the animals.” ~Debbie -South Salt Lake and Holladay City Animal Services, South Salt Lake City, UT
“While the music is playing the kennel area is quiet and the animals seem relaxed” ~Nancy – Howard County Animal, Columbia, MD
“Thank you so much! We have received our player and are in the process of setting it up in our shelter (we decided that it was worth investing in new speakers, so we’ll buy them this weekend!).I am so very thankful. The music is exactly what I would have selected and I think this will make a world of difference in the quality of life for the senior animals at our rescue. I can’t thank you enough for being part of this project and working on behalf of animals in shelters! ~Jackie – Peaceful Passings, Bremo Bluff, VA
“Thanks Rescue Animal MP3 Project! ARL dogs are loving their MP3 player! There’s one song they always sing to. 
” ~Debbie - Animal Rescue League, Laurel, MS
“We received our unit today!! A million thanks it works great! We are going to buy a better speaker for it. It was just the nicest thing for you and your organization to do.The player was very easy to set up. This was a nice early Christmas gift for our cats. thank you very much!!”~Diana – Rays of Hope, Eubank, KY
“We love your program, and play the music daily. We definitely feel it has made a tremendous difference.” ~Cliff – Flathead Animal Shelter, Kalispell, MT
“I just wanted to say thank you on behalf of the Mankato, Minnesota stray animals for this awesome MP3 player.
The dogs and cats really enjoy it and it’s made a huge difference to the atmosphere in the building. The animals seem a lot more calm instead of scared and stressed out. All of the dogs were barking and were all wound up while I was putting it together. Then once the music started- it was like magic. They literally laid on their dogs beds and went to sleep!!! I couldn’t believe it! It’s so much more quiet! Thank you also for the directions and helpful tips for putting it together. The whole process went really smoothly!
What a great mission. Thanks again!!!! The staff and volunteers are really excited about this. ” ~Terri Hanson – City of Mankato Animal Impound, Mankato, MN
“Thank you so much! We use this calming music at our shelter and have seen an improvement in our dogs.” ~Meridian Valley Humane Society, Meridian, ID
“Thank you so much for the Mp3 player and calming music. I was at our shelter yesterday and for the first time ever they were able to keep the door between the cat room and the dog kennels open. All the dogs were quiet, it was amazing!!!” ~Anonymous
“The staff enjoys it too! Thank you for sharing this gift with our shelter. With more then 10,000 animals passing through our doors, it is less chaotic with calming music. All of the shelter animals rest each evening and are lulled to sleep while listening to the music provided from this project. Thank you for bringing pleasant and calming sounds and music to the animals. We appreciate the gift.” ~Ellen - Animal Friends of the Valleys, Wildomar, CA
“I think it works well, and shows so much improvement on the calmness of new and incoming dogs, also very relaxing for the cats too. Owner surrenders are the hardest, but they seem to adapt better. ~Heidi – Randolph County Humane, Sparta, IL
“We love the system.” ~Brenda – Northwoods Humane Society, Wyoming , MN
“Easy to use, like the variety. Visitors seem to like the background music as well since it adds a touch of class. Especially in cat intake areas. Thanks so much for your efforts on behalf of animals. ~ Anthony – Heart of Minnesota Animal Shelter, Hutchinson, MN
“Terrific program. I have given the information to other programs” ~Susan – BENCHS, Mankato, MN
“GREAT PROJECT, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK” ~Amy – Nevada Animal Shelter, Nevada, MO
“We received the player and its wonderful!!! We love it thank you so much!” ~Andre – Volunteers for Animals, Batavia, NY
“Some of the staff have “favorite” songs and like to think the dogs do too, it has lightened the depressing feel of the building. But even if the music just relaxes the people interacting with the dogs- thats a plus, then they are more likely to be patient, kind, and tolerant. It’s easy, once you have the device set up you don’t even think about it until the timer kicks on the soft, relaxing music. Enrichment for shelter animals does not need to be difficult. This program makes it easy!” ~Liz – Iowa City Animal Care and Adoption Center, Iowa City, IA
“We played music in our facility before having your sounds. After using your music, we noticed that the cats and dogs responded well to the music. Guests and staff enjoyed the sounds as well. Seems to create calm, positive energy in the shelter. Many thanks to you for providing this.” ~Mike – Haven for Animals, Fairhope, AL
“We LOVE the Rescue Animal Mp3 Project as it has significantly decreased the level of barking and anxiety of the animals at our spay/neuter clinic. We are grateful for this gift!” ~ Wendy- Quick Fix, Medina, OH
“The animals at The Pet Rescue Center, Inc in Coachella live in a converted home, and they are all set up in playpens. Each dog has a clean bed and toys and a blanket to lay on. the music is so calming they come in from playing outside and fall fast to sleep. I have noticed since they MP3 project they all seem more calm and responsive. The music calms all the dogs down, especially the heartbeat. Thank you for the opportunity to play this for our animals. We used to play smooth jazz music from the radio, now we just use your music.” ~Christine – Pet Rescue Center, Coachella, CA
“”My staff looked at me as if I were a little crazy when I first introduced the music, but they are now believers! Yes — it seems to really calm the kennel animals. We have noticed a marked improvement of the level of anxiety. Some say it relaxes them to the point where they are ready for a nap — which of course I don’t allow! ~Kathy – Metro East Humane Society, Edwardsville, IL
“We love the program!” ~Elizabeth – Palm Beach Animal Care & Control, Palm Beach, FL
“Our Mp3 player is in place and we are all enjoying the music! Thank you so much for making this beautiful music and for making it so easy for shelters to access it. Thank you!” ~Susan – BENCHS, Mankato, MN
“Thank you so much for donating the Mp3 player to Save A Mom Rescue. It has helped create a relaxing environment for our momma dogs to raise their pups.” ~Denise – Save A Mom, East Sparta, OH
“Thank you so much for the Mp3 player and music that has made a tremendous difference in the shelter environment for our dogs. The calming effect it has on the dogs in such a stressful situation is amazing. Enclosed you will find a donation so that the Rescue Animal Mp3 Project may continue to enrich the lives of the shelter animals. Thank you again, the staff, volunteers and most especially the dogs of the ~Pottawattamie County Animal Shelter”, Council Bluffs, IA
“We think all the animals are significantly more relaxed. You are doing a great service! We had wanted to put in music and your grant caused us to get moving on this project. Our board president teaches pre-engineering at the local high school. He brought in his engineering club and they did a great job of setting up the system. We are getting music into our kennels, our cat adoption and holding, and our puppy adoption and holding areas. This has made a tremendous difference in the whole atmosphere of our shelter and has had a positive effect on animals, staff, and visitors. ~Bobbi, Lee County Humane Society, Auburn, AL
“The music has a very soothing effect on the dogs. After turning on the music we noticed a change right away. It has a very relaxing effect on both the staff and the animals.” ~Laurie – Tama County Humane Society, Tama, IA
“We just received our MP3 and got it set up. I wanted to let you know how much we appreciate it and how much we are looking forward to having a calmer kennel environment at our shelter. It is wonderful what you guys are doing to help rescues and shelters, most of whom are non-profit and can’t really afford these types of “extras” when we are working hard to feed and house them from day-to-day. Again, thank you so very much! ~Your friends at Southern Pines Animal Shelter in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.”
“Thank you for your generous donation of the Mp3 player and music! Our dogs have responded to it already. The Rescue Animal Mp3 Project is an inspired idea and greatly appreciated! Thanks again.” ~Hutchinson Animal Shelter staff, volunteers & animals- Hutchinson, KS
“Everything is up and running, we love all of the great music” ~ Taylea- CHA Shelter, Columbus, OH
“The dogs settle down right away during nap time. Everyone loves the song about walk the dog!” ~Brenda – Five Acres Animal Shelter, St Charles, MO
“I think that having the music available to our shelter staff and pets is great. I have provided the information to several other shelters.” ~Kristi – Harrisonville Animal Shelter, Harrisonville, MO
“WOW!
I am so surprised! I just sent in the application and zip! We get an answer and a new Mp3 player for our furries! Yahooo! Thank you so much!” ~Susan- Benches, Mankato, MN
“It has arrived and we have been using it for weeks. It is great. Thank you very much.” ~Terri - HOPE Animal Rescue, Clifton Park, NY
“I’m soooo happy! Our animals are sooo relaxed! Love the music! I’m so happy to see them relaxed and quiet. I love the music, there’s so much to listen! I’ll be sending you some pictures from our adoptions center. Our staff, specially one girl, was always asking me to put on some other music different from the one we had, we was bored listening to the same thing, I can imagine our animals too! Thank you! We really appreciate it, and our animals too!” ~Mariana – Fundacion Luca AC, Mexico
“Thank you greatly for providing us with this! We, including the kitties, appreciate it!” ~Briana – StreetCats, Tulsa, OK
“While I was skeptical at first, this has been one of the best programs that my rescue has participated in. It is truly beneficial to the animals. WOW! Have we seen behavioral improvements! All to the good! Best idea ever for rescues! I was surprised at how well this works for the animals and for ME! Some animals have emotional issues that interfere with appetite no matter what else is going on. But overall, they are all happier and healthier! I got a second set for my satellite rescue in Chicago and she loves it too for her handicapped cats!” ~ Susan – Special Needs Rescue Services, Grantville, GA
“Although we knew this was likely helpful for the animals, we had unsuccessful attempts using old, donated laptops playing back music. This system is MUCH simpler, compact and AFFORDABLE and the staff are really getting into the habit of using it because it’s definitely created a more relaxing environment for EVERY living being in our busy building!” ~Kelly – Prince Edward Island Humane Society, Prince Edward Island, Canada
“Just wanted to let you know, that we, received & have installed our MP3 player!!! It seems to help calm the dogs, especially when there isn’t anyone, in the kennel area!!! Thank You!!!” ~Lisa- Morgan County Animal Control, Jacksonville, IL
“We love the MP3 music and player. Hook up was quick and easy. The calming effect was immediate. Wish we could do the same in our home.” ~Larry – Blue Moon Cat Shelter, Witter, AR
“Thank you so much for sending the mp3 player to the Iowa City Animal Center! I have it up and running in our dog building. In our opinion, it’s working already! It is certainly hard to measure, but things just seem a little calmer. Since we are in a temporary building, we have a huge ceiling, warehouse like- with open kennels- constant dog stimulation. So when it’s more quiet- we notice! I’ll keep you updated.” ~Liz- Iowa City Animal Care & Adoption Center, Iowa City, IA
“We have received our player and have it hooked up and going. What was interesting was at first the dogs started to howl but then they quieted down. Thank you for this wonderful opportunity.” ~Carrie- Pauls Valley Animal Shelter, Pauls Valley, OK
“I just wanted to let you know that we LOVE the new music! The quality is great and I truly believe that the dogs are benefiting from it – I know the staff is! We keep it at the perfect volume and the staff seems more relaxed as well. Our pups are much quieter throughout the day, which is so beneficial for them. Thank you so much for this great program!” ~Amanda-Connecticut Humane Society, CT
“I cannot thank you ENOUGH for the MP3 player and your wonderful work!!!
Today I visited the Ranch and installed it- the moment it came on I felt like I was in a totally different world! LIGHT YEARS better than the CD player I put in there that kept jamming, and then would quit working due to being stepped on, or fur.
I wanted to send you some photos to show you what a difference it made immediately!!! Bless you for your wonderful work.” ~Sharon-Friends of Animals Utah Park City, UT
“The music is calming & relaxing. It is more welcoming. We at TASTC love the Rescue Animal MP3 Project. It has helped to calm new, scared puppies and large angry dogs. It has made our shelter more welcoming to the public as well. It is a great alternative to “CD” or “radio” music, as you know what will be playing and its more relaxing.” ~Marsha – The Animal Shelter of Texas County, Houston, MO
“The package arrived yesterday and we set up the player with timer this morning. Everything worked great and the music you all selected is very peaceful. The dogs seemed to calm down much sooner after they get excited from a walk or play time. Typically, they remain energized until about 3p in the evenings. I also plan on including this news in an article for our next newsletter. Thanks again for this wonderful multi-purpose gift.” ~Mike-The Haven Fairhope, AL
“The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society just received our Mp3 player. The dogs love it! Thank you so much, it’s very soothing.” ~Alyssa- Mohawk Humane Society Menands, NY
“I am with Paws for Life, Inc., and we and the Edmond Animal Welfare, just installed your program in our shelter. We are loving it! I hear reports from many of the volunteers about how much difference it has made in calming the dogs. Thank you so very much for making this possible. One of the volunteers inquired if it were possible to purchase the music for home use. She said her crew of pets could use it! Thanks, again, from all the pets, volunteers, staff and customers of the animal shelter!” ~Mary – Edmond Animal Welfare, Edmond, OK
“We had been struggling to find appropriate, low-cost music to use with our PA system. The music (and equipment) you sent is perfect! The animals (and humans) are enjoying it very much. This is a fantastic program!” ~Tara – PAWS Humane Center Lawrenceburg, IN
“Thank you so much to the people at the Rescue Animal Mp3 Project on behalf of the staff, volunteers, dogs, and cats at the Animal Adoption Foundation in Hamilton, Ohio. We received the Mp3 player about a week ago and are already noticing a huge difference. The animals are calmer and the staff and volunteers are enjoying it too. Keep up the incredible work and thanks again!” ~Jennifer – Animal Adoption Foundation Hamilton, OH
“Well I am excited and grateful. I look forward to seeing a reduction in stress for our residents, reduction in medical care costs thanks to sounds of your music, and sharing this news with our friends and Rescue Animal Mp3 Project. I am so glad to see others using music in their shelters and new organizations like yours being the leader.” ~Mike-The Haven Fairhope, AL
“Thank you for the wonderful relaxing music. I can tell a difference in the dogs and actually myself!” ~ Lindsey – Tuscarawas Humane Society Ohio
“Thanks so much for the beautiful music! Everyone at the pound is enjoying it, dogs & humans alike. It has made the hectic environment so much more relaxing and peaceful. I appreciate the passion you have for this project. What a wonderful way to help the homeless animals who are waiting patiently for a second chance to find their forever homes. Thank you again for sharing the lovely songs with us at the Tuscarawas County Dog Pound. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.” ~ Karen – Tuscarawas County Dog Warden Ohio
“Once it gets turned on the animals stay quiet. They don’t seem to bother being at the shelter. ~Lisa – Campbell Co Animal Shelter, Melbounre, KY
“Thank you SO much for sending it. It’s WONDERFUL. The dogs seem calmer now.” ~ Shirley – Brooklyn Animal Shelter Ohio
“Thank you from Angels for Animals Rescue League for your MP3 donation! We love it!!” ~ Tara – Angels for Animals Elida, Ohio
“Thank you for bringing the Mp3! The animals are really enjoying it. I love in the morning when all the dogs are barking and you turn the music on and they get quiet, so amazing… Thanks again and we will definitely tell other facilities about your great cause.”
~ Rhonda – Second Chance Salt Lake City, Utah
“The music even relaxes me as a human. It soothes and calms my mind down.” ~ Kathy-employee from the Stark County Animal Adoption Center
“We love the music” ~ Friends of the Stark County Pound Volunteer
“You may not believe this, but if anyone would, you and your team will…
Ever since you good people donated the ipod with soothing music, our dogs have not barked at all. It is eerily (and gladly!) quiet around here during the days. This morning, one small dog started whining and I turned up the music just a ting and the dog never whined the rest of the day. Everyone is noticing that “for some reason” the dogs have not been barking. So far, it’s very peaceful here! Love it and all of you!” ~ Wendy – Kitten Krazy Medina, OH
“Yes, dogs are quieter when there are not people in the kennels. It’s still very noisy when people come through to view the animals but maybe not as much as it used to be. We notice dogs sleep more during the day. Everyone that comes in comments on the music. We have a very positive response. We have referred several people to your website. This is a great program. I’m so glad we were able to participate.” ~ Lynn – Rockin’ G Animal Shelter, Pryor, OK
“Thank you so much for your generous donation to our shelter. The pets really benefit from the calm soothing music your MP3 player provides. We certainly feel lucky to be the recipients of your kindness..” ~ April - Morongo Basin Humane Society, CA
“We are so pleased with the MP3 player and music you provided the pets at our shelter. I will testify anytime, that the music has a significant calming effect on our animals. Thank you sooooooooooooo much!!”