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It's time to sign up for Paws & Think's 2nd Annual Dog Olympics — Saturday, August 23
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Animal-Assisted Activity Therapy dogs needed for visits to VA hospitals. Call 317-614-0062 for more information.
What happens when you combine at-risk youth and at-risk dogs with adults and children challenged by physical, emotional and behavioral disabilities?
Magic!
Our accredited, structured, and research-based programs change lives:
- Disadvantaged youths and youths with behavioral challenges are better prepared to manage their own lives and help others.
- Children and adults with physical, emotional and behavioral challenges are better equipped to carry out activities of daily living and become more confident in interacting with others.
- Dogs at risk of euthanasia are given a second chance, since they are
more adoptable following their training and socialization. - Communities serving these at-risk youth and dogs are stronger, since they have
happier and more productive residents.
A Win:Win:Win:Win For All!
Saving dogs, shaping kids
Gayle Hutchens, founder of Paws and Think, is Jefferson Award winner
On Friday, March 28, Gayle Hutchens was honored by The Indianapolis Star with a Jefferson Award for outstanding community service. Gayle was one of five finalists for the honor and will travel in June to Washington, D.C., for a shot at a national Jefferson Award.
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"Animals have a connection with us that goes beyond words."
Gayle Hutchens, founder of Paws and Think, was recently honored as a "L'Oreal Woman of Worth." Read more and view the video in larger resolution at L'Oreal Women of Worth. |