Richard Cogan, Volunteer Since 2022
Spreading smiles one wagging tail at a time
With a heart full of love for animals and a desire to make a difference, Richard Cogan has been part of North Shore Animal League America’s mission since 2022. He became a volunteer for the organization because he felt a connection with both the cause as well as the furry animals he cares for.
Richard felt the need to give back after he retired. Volunteering at North Shore Animal League America seemed like the natural choice for Richard, since his family has always been involved in dog and animal rescue. And once he learned about our Shelter Pet Outreach Program (SPOT) – where volunteers and associates bring dogs and puppies to nursing homes, senior citizen centers, and rehabilitation centers – he was sold. “So many older people have had pets in their lives, and there’s a certain peace and comfort that comes from being around animals. So when they talked about the SPOT program, I thought, I’ve got to do this as an homage to my 98-year-old mom, who has always loved dogs,” he explained.
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