Think your dog has what it takes to be a therapy dog? Wondering if you could both benefit from a few training courses so that you ace the evaluation test? Our Therapy Dog Training Course registration is now open!
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PAWS of CNY volunteers proudly marched in the annual Manlius Fourth of July Parade on Monday, July 4th. Volunteers included Martina St. Ledger, Beth Tollar, William & Joanne Coe, Etsuko & Kevin Campbell, Rick Casper, Yvonne Rugg, Susan Stepien, and Lisa Garofalo.

Thanks to all of the volunteers who brought their certified therapy dogs and family members to the parade to represent our organization!

Special thanks go out as well to all of those who have served in the armed forces as we celebrate our independence.

By Mary Beth Coniglio

One June 24 PAWS of CNY Volunteers Diane Rogers, Mary Berger, Sue Vaughn, Karin Laskowski, Audrey Sauer, Holly Besaw, Jessica Marabella and Ronna Richardson attended the Exelon Nuclear Plant Health and Wellness Fair with their certified therapy pets. The event combined the organization’s annual wellnes fair with their “Take Your Child to Work Day,” giving families an opportunity to come together to celebrate wellness, and one another.
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By Mary Beth Coniglio

On June 24, PAWS of CNY volunteers Eric Dayton and his Golden Retriever Cody, Wendy Davenport and her Golden Doodle Fiona, Joanne Shibley and her pug Quincy, Lisa Garofalo and her Golden Retriever Dutch, and Sue Stepien and her Bernese Mountain Dog Stella, all attended the Big Summer Bash at Sky Zone.
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By Mary Beth Coniglio

PAWS of CNY Volunteers Jessica Marabella and Joanne Shibley and her Pug Quincy recently visited Sherburne-Earlville Elementary School to provide students with education on pet safety, and the benefits of pet therapy.
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