Palo Alto Humane’s newest program, PAH’s Pals, connects our team of comfort care dogs with corporations, local businesses, schools, local colleges and universities, mental health facilities, and senior residences and provides them with a one-in-a-kind de-stress experience.

PAH’s Pals visits classrooms with well-behaved and child-friendly companion dogs or trained therapy or service animals to connect with youth. Topics of discussion include people’s responsibility to animals, animal care, and the connection between people and animals.

Our animal ambassadors—all gentle certified dogs and people-friendly pets—offer the special comfort that only a sensitive, loving animal can provide. It’s been shown that interacting with animals helps people feel less lonely, disheartened, or anxious and alleviates stress, producing an overall feeling of well-being. Attendees will also learn more about Palo Alto Humane—our mission and programs and services, community outreach, and our work connecting people and animals.

Click the buttons below to schedule a PAH’s Pals event or become a volunteer. If you have any questions, contact us at pahspals@paloaltohumane.org.