Patriot interview: Martin and Patches
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Background:
Martin is an Army veteran who in August 2014 adopted a then five year-old Tortoiseshell domestic shorthair cat named Patches through our partnership with Michigan Humane Society.
Please note the veteran has no internet/email; all contact by phone. We will work with his daughter for photos.
Interview should cover:
- Brief background of military experience: when/why entered the military, any memorable moments/events
- Prior experience having a pet; why member decided to adopt a pet at this time
- Why member decided to adopt through Pets for Patriots
- Why member chose his/her pet in particular
- How the pet has helped him/her
- Member's experience with Pets for Patriots
- What s/he would say to another veteran who is considering adopting a companion pet
- If s/he is using our local veterinary partner: anything to add about experiences with them
- Anything else that naturally arises through the course of the interview
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