Autism Initiative

Autism Initiative is a pet therapy program geared towards working with children who have autism. This program currently takes place at Brennen School, Claymont Elementary School, McVey Elementary School, PS […]

Brandywine Arts Festival

Title: Brandywine Arts Festival Location: Brandywine Park, 1001 North Park Drive, Wilmington, DE 19802 Description: Sign up for 1-2 hour shifts or stay for the day! Connect with thousands of […]

PAWS by Special Request

PAWS for People is pleased to be able to offer our special one-on-one individualized therapeutic visits to those needing the care and comfort of our trained and certified therapy companions.

Get Involved!

There are several ways to get involved at PAWS! Find out how to Become a Therapy Team, Become an Associate Member, Volunteer, or Donate!

Programs for Elders

PAWS teams visit with folks throughout the entire spectrum of elder care: adult day care, assisted living, Alzheimer’s units, rehabilitation, skilled care, and hospice.

Duffy

Hi, I'm Duffy! I am a Goldendoodle, a mix breed.  I am part Poodle and part Golden Retreiver. I love what I do and enjoy having the kids read to […]

Zeke

Zeke is a Siberian husky who lives in old New Castle. He and his team member, Tish, do the reading program at the New Castle Library. Zeke likes all the […]

Birch

Birch is the Wonder Dog because he was born on the streets of Puerto Rico (PRSD) and was homeless for the first year and a half of his life. He […]

Tug

Tug’s nicknames include Handsome, Tug-Bug and Buddy. He is a 2 year old standard poodle/border collie. Favorite game – Tug of war (of course) Favorite toy – Kong Favorite books […]

Molly

Molly is a Golden Retriever.  Her favorite toys are ones that are furry and squeak.  She also loves to play with sticks that she finds in the yard. Molly gets […]