The non-profit charity where musicians play songs to shelter pets
Wild Tunes recruits volunteer musicians to perform in animal shelters, currently operating in Houston, New Jersey, and Denver with around 100 participants.
Agarwal and other musicians have observed calming effects on animals, with some becoming more receptive to human interaction and potentially more adoptable.
While the calming effect of music on humans is well-documented, its precise role in animal behavior is still under research, with some studies showing positive effects but also mixed results depending on various factors.
Agarwal aims to expand Wild Tunes nationwide, highlighting the reciprocal benefits for volunteers who gain confidence performing for a nonjudgmental audience.
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