Transforming Lives, One Paw at a Time

Paws With A Cause transforms lives and strengthens communities through partnerships with custom-trained working dogs. PAWS serves individuals, families, and communities by placing assistance and facility dogs nationwide.

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Custom training.
Perfect matches.

At PAWS, we don't believe in one-size-fits-all.

Our holistic approach creates uniquely trained assistance dogs tailored to each of our clients’ specific needs, environment, and lifestyle.

Every partnership begins with understanding—then evolves through personalized training that transforms both lives. The result? Assistance dogs that intuitively respond to the individual needs of their partners.

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Person in wheelchair interacting with service dog in kitchen.

Creating Impact & Independence

*All figures represent 2025 data as reported in our Annual Impact Report.

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Setting the Bar for Assistance Dogs Across America

PAWS enhances independence through custom-trained assistance dogs across our network of 30+ states. Our field representatives champion our mission, delivering life-changing partnerships while advocating for assistance dog teams nationwide.

Lives Transformed by PAWS Dogs

Hear from those whose lives are forever changed by our remarkable dogs.

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Disability Has No Single Face: Why I Share My Story With NIKE
“Because of NIKE, I can move through the world with more confidence and less fear. He is my partner, my protector, and my independence.”
Woman sitting on a deck with a black service dog, surrounded by greenery in a backyard setting.
The Sound of Confidence: Stephanie and DELTA’s PAWS Journey
“You’re giving someone the gift of independence, safety, and companionship. That’s a powerful legacy.”
Person in climbing gear smiling with a service dog at a charity event backdrop.
Lifeline on Four Legs: Kimberly and WAGS’ Journey of Independence
“She’s a hundred times better than a lifeline button. She’s always watching, always working. My four-legged coworker of the year.”

Assistance Dogs for Every Need

Transform daily challenges into newfound freedom with our specialized assistance dogs, tailored to your unique needs.

Service Dogs for Physical Mobility
Hearing Dogs
Epileptic Seizure Response Dogs
Service Dogs for Children with Autism
Medical Alert Dogs
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Facility Dogs

For Schools

Enhance learning environments.

For Organizations

Build a culture of compassion.

For Businesses

Experience workplace stress relief.

Discover how our professionally-trained companions create supportive atmospheres in schools, hospitals, and workplaces. Our dogs don’t just assist individuals—they transform entire communities through emotional support and healing connections.

*Not ready to commit to a facility dog? Visiting PAWS offers similar comfort with no commitment.

Latest News & Events

Two golden retriever Visiting PAWS dogs with bandanas sitting in front of a Baker College table logo.
Meet the Visiting PAWS Teams Bringing Comfort to Our Community
Two women smiling with dog-themed signs at a Paws With A Cause event backdrop for assistance dogs.
PAWS & Applause: Celebrating What’s Possible
Rehab assistant sitting with a happy facility dog holding a toy, promoting therapy and companionship in a rehab center setting.
A Day in the Life of LILY at St. Joseph’s Hospital North
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