On June 18, 2004, PAWWS to Heal took on its first client, Madison, a two-year old child with Rett Sydrome Her therapist was having challenges getting Madison to attend to her environment. Roxy, a certified therapy dog, was brought in to assist. It was a profoud moment when Madison began to bond with and attend to Roxy as they interacted.

After that first success, PAWWS to Heal was officially incorporated in August of 2004. Since then we have made strong connections with local organizations like Restoring Hope, Interface, and Channel Islands social service in California, and PAVE in Illinois. We have successfully reached out to the community, participating in Kids Fest 2005 and the Ventura County Sheriff 9K for K9 fundraiser in November of 2004. PAWWS to Heal was featured on a Camarillo local cable program in November 2004 for two weeks running. We also marched in Camarillo's holiday parade in December, 2004. Through our outreach programs, we are currently working with children through local therapists in Ventura County. In 2005, we expanded our programs into Wisconsin. We have 4 programs developed and continue to grow in ideas and therapy animals. We've recently been featured on the Madison local news! Read the full story and see the video.

History

See Madison's Story

See also:

• Our Founder
• Board of Directors