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January 29, 2019 By jmarabella Leave a Comment

What Makes an Ideal Therapy Pet?

Reporters from CNY Central’s NBC3 stopped by PAWS of CNY’s recent pet therapy evaluations at The Barking Orange to better understand what it takes to become a certified PAWS of CNY therapy pet volunteer, and the ideal qualities interested members of the community should look for in their own pets. Watch the video below to learn more.

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January 24, 2019 By jmarabella Leave a Comment

Manlius Pet Therapy Evaluations

Manlius Pet Therapy Evaluations

PAWS of CNY, Inc., Central New York’s largest non-profit provider of pet-assisted wellness services, will be holding free therapy dog evaluations by appointment only at The Village of Manlius Recreation Building on Sunday, February 24. Individuals interested in certifying their dog or cat to participate in PAWS of CNY’s pet therapy program are encouraged to submit an application to PAWS of CNY and book an appointment. Qualified applicants will be scheduled for an evaluation.

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December 21, 2018 By jmarabella Leave a Comment

PAWS of CNY De-Stresses Holiday Travelers at Syracuse Airport

Therapy dog Poppy made time for a TV interview with CNY Central’s Brandon Roth in between visiting with airport travelers on Thursday, December 21. To help ease the stress of holiday travel, PAWS of CNY therapy dogs are on-site at Syracuse Hancock International Airport.

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December 7, 2018 By jmarabella Leave a Comment

Therapy Pet Evaluations, Syracuse, January 26

Pet Therapy Evaluations

PAWS of CNY, Inc., Central New York’s largest non-profit provider of pet-assisted wellness services, will be holding free therapy dog evaluations by appointment only at The Barking Orange on Saturday, January 26. Individuals interested in certifying their dog or cat to participate in PAWS of CNY’s pet therapy program are encouraged to submit an application to PAWS of CNY and book an appointment. Qualified applicants will be scheduled for an evaluation.

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November 12, 2018 By jmarabella Leave a Comment

Why You Shouldn’t Certify Your Pet for Therapy Work

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Pet therapy has quickly become a recognized form of emotional support in a broad array of settings that has proven benefits for community members of all ages. In 1999 when PAWS of CNY, Inc. was founded (formerly as Sunshine Friends, Inc.), a small number of our volunteers brought their dogs and cats to one local hospital and a small group of nursing homes—but only after convincing facility administrators of the potential benefits of pet therapy interactions.

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PAWS of CNY, Inc. is a non-profit organization located in Central New York that is dedicated to enriching the lives of people and animals through mutually beneficial interaction. Over 100 volunteers across Onondaga, Oswego, Cortland, Madison and Cayuga Counties bring their pets to visit residents at more than 55 facilities in Central New York, bringing smiles to more than 800 people every month. Read about our available programs.

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