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November 4, 2013 By jmarabella

Sunshine Friends 2013 Annual Appreciation Brunch

Thank you to all of our volunteers who attended this year’s annual Volunteer Appreciation Brunch! Sunshine Friends is fortunate to have the support of dedicated volunteers who so selflessly give their time and energy to our organization and who selflessly share their animals with us as we continue our mission of bringing happiness to those in need!
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October 24, 2013 By jmarabella

Sunshine Friends Celebrates the 2nd Annual Flo’s Tournament – The Soup Bone

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Flo Peters was a spirited and dedicated member of the Sunshine Friends family for many years. Since Flo passed away, her vivacious personality and commitment to the Sunshine Friends mission has been greatly missed.
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July 12, 2013 By jmarabella

Sunshine Friends, Inc. Proudly Marches in the Manlius Fourth of July Parade!

Once Again, Sunshine Friends, Inc. was proud to March in the annual Fourth of July Parade! Special thanks to Martina St. Leger for helping to coordinate our participation and to Jennifer Gordon for the following beautiful photos of the event!

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May 7, 2013 By jmarabella

Sunshine Friends Inc. Volunteers Bring Smiles to Children Living with PWS

Prader­-Willi syndrome (PWS), a chromosomal abnormality, is the most common known genetic cause of life-­threatening obesity in children affecting 1 in 15,000 children. The Prader­Willi Alliance of New York held their 23rd annual conference in Syracuse from April 26th ­ 27th. Sunshine Friends, Inc. was a proud participant in this event, as volunteers and their dogs attended the conference to lend support and bring happiness to the children who attended the weekend’s events with their parents.
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April 30, 2013 By jmarabella

SFI Volunteers Help Students in Syracuse and Oswego De-Stress During Exam Week

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There are times when an organization forms to fulfill a need in the community and then there are times when a need seeks out an organization. For years, Sunshine Friends, Inc. has been bringing love, friendship and wellness to patients, children and the elderly in Central New York.
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Do you have a well-mannered pet that loves people? Do you have a well-mannered pet that loves people? 🐕‍🦺 Do you enjoy seeing your pet make people smile? 😃  Our next Initial, Recertification, and Canine Good Citizen evaluations will be held Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Paws & Effect, Inc. in Oswego, NY.  Pre-registration is required.  For more info go to https://pawsofcny.org/certification/ #WellManneredPets #CanineGoodCitizen #PAWSofCNY #TherapyPets #GoodDog
It's Take Your Dog to Work Day! 🐕 Having dogs in t It's Take Your Dog to Work Day! 🐕 Having dogs in the workplace significantly reduces employee stress and you won't believe how much fun it is! Studies show they lower cortisol levels, promote social bonding, and encourage pleasant breaks, ultimately boosting morale and job satisfaction. But be prepared for lots of "Oooh, can I pet your dog?" "She's so CUTE!" and "We need a dog at work EVERY day!" To arrange a visit from one of our PAWS volunteer teams visit www.pawsofcny.org. It will be the BEST DAY EVER!.
Thanks to all the dog dads for all the walks, 🐕‍🦺a Thanks to all the dog dads for all the walks, 🐕‍🦺and adventures, and treats🦴. Happy Father's Day! Oops! We couldn't resist your burger🍔 Not sorry! Hope your day is as awesome as you are! #FathersDay #DogDad #ManAndDog
Are you interested in becoming a Pet Therapy volun Are you interested in becoming a Pet Therapy volunteer team with your pet? 🐕‍🦺 Our next Initial, Recertification, and Canine Good Citizen evaluations will be held Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM! 🥳  There are still time slots available for your evaluation but before beginning the certification process, you must submit an application to PAWS of CNY. 🧑‍💻👩‍💻You can find all the forms and information on our website here https://pawsofcny.org/certification/. Please be sure to have electronic copies of proof of rabies vaccination and an annual health screening form(signed by your vet) including a negative fecal test within the last calendar year before you begin.  Please email Jay Peacock at jpeacock@pawsofcny.org if you have any questions or if you are scheduling a CGC evaluation.  #PetTherapy #DogCertification #CanineGoodCitizen
If you have flown in or out of the Syracuse Hancoc If you have flown in or out of the Syracuse Hancock Airport, you may have seen one of our teams!PAWS of CNY partners with Syracuse Regional Airport Authority where 17 teams staff the SYR PET - Pets Easing Travelers program and spent 562 hours at SYR in 2025.  Nearly 130 hours have been spent in the first 4 months of 2026! These experienced volunteer teams have each have earned their Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification and logged at least 50 hours in a variety of pet therapy visits (e.g. long-term care facilities, college campuses, hospitals, schools, etc.) They also have to pass the Homeland Security screening.#airporttherapydogs #SRAA #happytravelers
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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, Oneida and Cayuga Counties bring their pets to visit residents at more than 100 facilities in Central New York, bringing smiles to more than 1,200 people every week. Read about our available programs.

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