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PAWS (Pets are Wonderful Support) provides task, financial, and informational assistance to pet owners living with HIV/AIDS to ensure that they are not separated from their animal companions when they need each other the most.
In 2014, 112 clients and 149 pets received PAWS services, 11,588 lbs of pet food, litter, and treats were distributed, 57 pets received veterinarian assistance and 13 pets received in-home and foster care assistance. All total PAWS provided over 507 days of help through 34 volunteers who donated 153 hours to provide members with: In-home pet care when a client is ill Dog walking, litter box changing, grooming, feeding Food, supplies, and medical care for pets Education through PAWS Safe Pet Guidelines Transportation to vet and grooming services Health and educational information, including "safe pet" guidelines for pet owners with HIV/AIDS To learn more Contact: Diane Metz | PAWS Coordinator 518-944-3223 | DianeM@AlbanyDamienCenter.org |
Banfield Wellness Clinics are held throughout the year, providing free veterinarian care and grooming with over 201 volunteer hours to help the 132 pets of 105 PAWS members - all made possible through generous funding from the Banfield Charitable Trust!
Some photos from our latest Pet Wellness Clinic in April 2016
