News and Press Releases
How Pets Improve Mental Health
Today, October 10, is World Mental Health Day, and we here at PAWS NY highly value mental health awareness, treatment, and access to equitable care. Therefore, there is no better time to review all the psychological benefits of pet guardianship. According to the World Health Organization, “1 in every 8…
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Runner Spotlight: Brenna
Brenna will be traveling from Orlando, Florida, to run the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon on behalf of PAWS NY this November. It will be her fifth Marathon, but her first time in NYC–following in her father’s footsteps who ran the same race 29 years ago. “I am a…
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PAWS NY in the Community: September Events
September was a busy month for PAWS NY, as our organization participated in numerous events and community fairs around New York City. On September 6, we joined with many other nonprofit organizations, community groups, and on-campus clubs for the New York University Fall Service Fair. This gave us a chance…
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Runner Spotlight: Lawrence
Lawrence has been volunteering with PAWS NY for several years, as both a dog walker and as a foster volunteer. This year, he’s running the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon on behalf of PAWS NY and we’re so excited to cheer him on! “Growing up with a dog, I…
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Runner Spotlight: Samantha
Today’s Runner Spotlight is all about Samantha! She is running the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon on behalf of PAWS NY and in honor of her pup Nero, a Siberian Husky who passed away in March 2023. Samantha started running a few years ago to help with anxiety and…
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PAWS NY Launches Substance Use Recovery Program
Launched during National Recovery Month, this new program will provide foster and emergency care for pets as their guardians seek inpatient treatment for substance use. NEW YORK, NY, September 13, 2023 – Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) NY expanded its services with the launch of a new Substance Use Recovery Program, with…
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Make Pet Preparations in Honor of National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month and PAWS NY encourages you to be ready for an emergency by taking time to make plans for you and your family, including your pets. It’s imperative to include pets in your emergency plans. Visit the website for the NYC Office of Emergency Management or the American…
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Runner Spotlight: Glenn
Glenn is a small animal veterinarian who helps shelters and rescues in his hometown of Ocean City, NJ. With such a passion for animals, it’s no surprise that he’s the perfect fit for Team PAWS NY for the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon! After running the race last year,…
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PAWS NY Receives Funding from The Irving and Phyllis Millstein Foundation for Animal Welfare
The Irving and Phyllis Millstein Foundation for Animal Welfare awarded a $30,000 grant to PAWS NY, once again supporting its programs. Specifically, this grant will fund veterinary care, pet food and supplies, grooming, and transport for pet guardians across New York City. As a long-time supporter, the Foundation has provided…
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Runner Spotlight: Jacqueline
Volunteer Jacqueline helps walk PAWS pup Ani every week in Brooklyn, and she even fostered this cutie when her guardian received medical treatment. “It’s a bright spot in my morning routine to take time and help someone else–in this case both a pup and their owner!” Jacqueline says. A cross-country…
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Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS Continues to Support PAWS NY
Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS, a long-time funder of PAWS NY, once again awarded a grant to the organization. The $7,500 grant will provide unrestricted funds to help support PAWS NY’s mission of keeping people together with their pets. Thank you to Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS for…
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PAWS NY in Bottom Line Health
PAWS NY was featured in the July / August 2023 issue of Bottom Line Health, a health and wellness newsletter with actionable advice from top wellness experts. Carrie Nydick Finch, the Deputy Director of Programs and Strategy at PAWS NY, contributed to an article about how pets can positively impact…
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