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Pasadena Today
By the People, for the People
Pasadena Animal Shelter Seeks Reggae CD Donations to Soothe Pets
The shelter hopes calming music can help reduce stress and anxiety for dogs and cats awaiting adoption.
Apr. 4, 2026 at 11:07pm
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The Pasadena Animal Shelter is seeking donations of reggae instrumental CDs and boom boxes to play soothing music for the pets in their care. The shelter believes the right rhythms can help calm nervous dogs and shy cats, providing a more relaxed environment for the animals as they await adoption.
Why it matters
Shelters can be stressful and unfamiliar places for pets, which can exacerbate anxiety and make it harder for them to be adopted. By creating a calmer atmosphere through music, the Pasadena Animal Shelter hopes to improve the overall wellbeing of the animals and increase their chances of finding forever homes.
The details
The shelter is specifically requesting donations of reggae instrumental CDs and boom boxes to play the music. They welcome gently used items, as the goal is to provide a consistent, calming soundtrack throughout the shelter. The shelter believes even simple rhythms can make a big difference for anxious pets.
- The Pasadena Animal Shelter launched this initiative in April 2026.
The players
Pasadena Animal Shelter
A local animal shelter in Pasadena, Texas that provides care and adoption services for homeless pets.
What’s next
The shelter is encouraging community members to visit their Amazon Wishlist or drop off donations directly at their Pasadena location to support this effort to create a calmer environment for the animals.
The takeaway
By incorporating soothing reggae music into the shelter's daily routine, the Pasadena Animal Shelter aims to reduce stress and anxiety for the pets in their care, ultimately helping them feel more at ease and increasing their chances of being adopted into loving homes.
