Paws and Affection is a nonprofit 501c3 with the mission to train service, facility, and companion dogs for young people who have a range of disabilities in the greater Philadelphia area and to educate the public about service dogs and their role in the community. Our goal is to empower these children with independence and confidence by matching them with amazing dogs.
We’ve found the most effective and humane approach to successfully working with our dogs is to understand what they need and show them what we need. Working as a team, using body language and tone of voice, has proven effective in cultivating our dogs’ ability to think, giving them high self-confidence, lowering anxiety, and teaching them problem solving skills.
The first step to applying for a Paws and Affection dog is to read the below criteria and eligibility requirements. If you (or your child) meet these requirements and are interested in applying for a Paws and Affection dog please call the phone number below to discuss the application process with us further.
Paws and Affection Community K9 programs bring education and knowledge about service dogs, disabilities, and general dog behavior to our community. Read below for more information about our two Community K9 programs.
Our current funding comes from private donors and foundations. Our donors and support system are what keep Paws and Affection moving everyday. We couldn’t do any of this without them and our appreciation is tremendous. If you would like to make a donation, making a difference takes just a few clicks via Paypal or you can send a check to us directly.
All donations are tax deductible.
Read how our dogs are making an impact on the young people in their lives…read more
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Photos by Jessica Strom, Amy Schwab, Halle Cooper, and Vikki Sloviter.