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Upcoming Events
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January
30 - DeStress Event - Concord High School
Wilmington, DE
1
- Pilot School Family Fun Night
Wilmington, DE
7
- Heart in the Game
Newark, DE
7
- Winternfest - Christiana Hospital
Newark, DE
7
- DeStress Event - Cooper Medical School of Rowan University
Cinnaminson, NJ
8
- Night to Shine Special Needs Prom
Brookhaven, PA
8
- Night to Shine Special Needs Prom
Pittsgrove Township, NJ
12
- George Crothers Memorial School
Swarthmore, PA
16
- Puppy Love Brunch @ City Tap House University City
Philadelphia, PA
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- DeStress Event - UD First Year Fellows
Newark, DE
22
- DeStress Event - Discover
New Castle, DE
25 - Holly Hall Elementary Literacy Event
Elkton, MD
25 - DeStress Event - UD
Newark, DE
26 - DeStress Event - Goldey-Beacom
Wilmington, DE
26 - DeStress Event - Wilmington Hospital
Wilmington, DE
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PAWS' Annual Spring Fling
April 7, 2019 -
Hockessin, DE
This event includes a silent auction, delicious food, and fun for everyone.
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Interested in joining PAWS? Here are the upcoming Orientation (O) and Training (T) sessions:
February
Newark, DE
Wednesday, 6:00 PM
O & T: February 6 & 20
Milton, DE
Saturday, 10:30 AM
O & T: February 9 & 23
Kennett Square, PA
Thursday, 5:30 PM
O & T: February 14 & 28
Hockessin/Wilmington, DE
Saturday, 8:30 AM
O & T: February 16 & 23
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PAWS for People is happy to offer obedience, therapy dog, and target training through our partnerships with experienced dog trainers. Whether you are just getting started or you need to work on specific behaviors, we have the perfect class for you!
TUESDAYS
5-week class starts:
February 5
- 6:30 PM:
PAWS Puppy
- 7:30 PM: PAWS Obedience
- FULL
5-week class starts:
March 19
- 6:30 PM:
PAWS Obedience 1
- 7:30 PM: PAWS Obedience 2 - New!
T
HURSDAYS
5-week class starts:
February 7
- 6:30 PM:
Attention & Focus
- 7:30 PM: Therapy Dog Prep
5-week class starts:
March 21
- 6:30 PM:
Attention & Focus
- 7:30 PM: Therapy Dog Prep
FRIDAYS
5-week class starts:
February 8
- 9:30 AM:
Attention & Focus
- 10:45 AM: Therapy Dog Prep
5-week class starts: March 22
- 9:30 AM: PAWS Puppy
- 10:45 AM: PAWS Obedience 1
SATURDAYS
5-week class starts:
March 2
- 10:15 AM: PAWS Puppy
- 11:30 PM: PAWS Obedience 1
February 3
(1 session)
- 11:00 AM:
Tricks of the Trade
- 12:00 PM:
Basic to Advanced
March 3
(1 session)
- 11:00 AM:
Tricks of the Trade
- 12:00 PM:
Basic to Advanced
April 7 (1 session)
- 11:00 AM: Tricks of the Trade
- 12:00 PM: Basic to Advanced
Private Training
One on one sessions to help develop and hone in on specific skills you want to work on without added distractions of a classroom environment.
By appointment: Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 5:30-6:30 PM
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Attention Members
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If it is getting close to your STEX
due date, you can schedule a session at the
PAWS Office, Newark, DE
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Weekdays, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
For teams who live a distance from the Newark office, let us know your needs and we will do our best to offer options.
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PAWS University is open to members of PAWS for People. It offers courses to not only help strengthen your visiting skills but also to strengthen your bond with your therapy companion. Some courses are mandatory for participation in specific PAWS programs; other courses are designed as informational and fun.
January
Thursday, January 31, 1:00 PM
Kennett Square, PA
PATHS
Thursday, January 31, 2:15 PM
Kennett Square, PA
February
Autism Initiative
Wednesday, February 20, 10:00 AM
PAWS Office, Newark, DE
Trauma Support
Monday, February 25, 10:00 AM
Milton, DE
Dog Body Language
Monday, February 25, 10:00 AM
Milton, DE
On-Line Courses
Register on-line and we will send you the link to the Open Learning course.
PS PAWS
First Visit Assistant
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No fee
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Donate While You Shop
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The AmazonSmile Foundation donates 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases when selected by customers. Choose
PAWS for People when you log in:
smile.amazon.com
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T
hank You to Our Sponsors
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Feedback Welcome!
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Please e-mail Wendy suggestions & stories
registration@PAWSforPeople.org |
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PAWS Autism Initiative in Action
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PAWS member Rhonda James recently shared this picture of a Glasgow High School student who had participated with her class in an activity with Rhonda and her therapy companion, Sienna.
Students with autism had the opportunity to practice their comprehension and communication skills while interacting with Sienna. The students were first asked to identify different body parts on Sienna. When they requested the body part piece from their teacher, they were able to build their own dog picture by gluing the pieces together and coloring it. An added bonus was writing Sienna's name on their picture!
Rhonda reported that there were a lot of perfect dog pictures at the end of the session!
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PAWS Has Been Nominated for a
DSBC Blue Ribbon Award
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Congratulations! PAWS For People has been nominated for a Delaware Small Business Chamber Best Community Involvement Award.
In years past, voting has been open to the public. This year the DSBC has a new voting
procedure
; they have selected "peers" to vote in each category. Some categories will also have judges vote.
The awards will be announced and presented at the DSBC Annual Meeting and Blue Ribbon Awards Brunch at the duPont Country Club on April 11th.
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PAWS for People's Annual Conference: PAWS to Learn
This conference is open to all who love their pets, are pet enthusiasts, or are interested in learning more about the world of pet therapy.
Saturday, February 2, 2019
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Keynote Speaker: Ryan McKenzie, DVM
Limestone Veterinary Hospital
Keeping Your Pet Healthy at Every Stage of Life
Choose from Informative & Interactive Workshops
* Pet Health & Wellness * The Impact of Pet Therapy * Dog Training Tips
Lunch Provided
Ammon Education Center, Christiana Hospital Campus
4755 Ogletown-Stanton Road, Newark, DE 19718
Online Registration Closes
Wednesday at 11:59 PM
Online Registration: $60*
*Discount available for PAWS Members
In-Person Registration will open at 8:30 AM on February 2.
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Thank You!
PAWS for People is truly filled with gratitude for the generosity of the 196 donors who made special donations to PAWS' 2018 Appeal.
Your gifts, totaling $30,732, will have lasting impact as they support PAWS programs and pet therapy team training.
Your belief in PAWS is ensuring that PAWS will continue to create many more Magical Moments!
Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who shares their gifts of time, talents, and funding to support us year-round!
You make PAWS Magic happen... You change lives!
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Puppy Love Brunch on February 16th
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Reservations are *highly* recommended!
Email Rachel at rbaker@table95.com to book your table today!
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| Valentine's Day Cards for Your Loves |
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Back by special request, PAWS will send your sweetie a Valentine's Day card when you make a donation in honor of your
"Special Someone." Cards can be sent to and from pets, too!
Choose between the cat & bunny or dog cards and include a personalized message when you order.
Order by 4:00 PM, Friday, February 8th so we can guarantee delivery by Valentine's Day!
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| Pet Therapy in the Movies |
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PAWS member Aileen Murray recently saw the movie A Dog's Way Home and highly recommends it. The star of the movie, Bella, visits in a VA Hospital and makes a lot of people suffering with PTSD much happier to be alive. There is a lot more to the movie, but pet therapy plays a big role in the story line. It's a good thing to go see.
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Shining Stars
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 Anne Webb & Darth
Anne joined PAWS in January of 2016 with her Chocolate Lab, Sassy. Later, Anne brought her Chocolate Lab boy, Darth, to PAWS. Together Anne and Darth became a PAWS for Reading team and visit in several elementary schools in Cecil County, MD to help young readers strengthen their self-confidence and find a love for reading. The duo are also regular visitors at Christiana Care Health System's Oncology/Hematology department where Darth is an enthusiastic greeter and a great comfort to all of the patients. Anne and Darth can also be found at a great variety of community events including college DeStress, National Guard, and literacy events. Thank you, Anne, for sharing your sweet boy with so many folks who need his love. Thank you, Darth, for your gentle kindness that makes even the smallest of children unafraid of your size.
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Katie McGrail & Cinder
Katie and her spunky Black Lab, Cinder, joined PAWS in October of 2016. Katie loves animals and had experienced the joy that they could bring to people through her work in equine therapy. She thought that Cinder would be a great candidate for PAWS' programs. Katie was definitely right as Cinder seemed to instinctively know who needed him most. The duo visit at Adult Care of Chester County - Kennett Square and Jenner's Pond and are involved at the PAWS for Reading program at the Kennett Public Library. Katie and Cinder are also frequent attendees at a variety of community events including summer camps, J.McLaughlin, Barnes & Noble, and a variety of DeStress events. Cinder's love of life is contagious and you can't help but be happy when you see him coming. Thank you, Katie, for seeing the potential in your pup and bringing him to PAWS. Thank you, Cinder, for greeting everyone you meet like your new best friend.
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