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Shakti, the founding dog of Loving Paws, is looking at the camera with a smile on her face. She's a short haired gray dog with pointy, upright ears.

 ANIMAL THERAPY

HEALING HEARTS & SPARKING JOY, ONE PAW AT A TIME

EMPOWER CONNECTIONS THROUGH ANIMAL-ASSISTED SUPPORT

At Loving Paws Animal Therapy, we believe that healing begins with connection—and sometimes, it comes on four paws. Our certified therapy dog teams offer more than just a wagging tail. They bring warmth, joy, and a nonjudgmental presence that says you matter. Every visit is an invitation to experience peace, joy, and happiness, one tail wag at a time..​​

A short haired gray-brown dog is looking happily at the camera while being petted by a child who is reading to the dog. This is showing the companionship these dogs offer to members of the community.
A shaggy brown dog is being pet by a small child at a preschool event.

OUR TEAMS MAKE A DIFFERENCE

​​Loving Paws provides training, evaluation, and certification in animal-assisted activities for volunteer handlers and their dogs. We equip compassionate teams who are ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others through visits in our community.
 

Once certified, our teams serve in Lawrence, Kansas, and the surrounding areas, offering comfort, connection, and emotional support wherever it’s needed most.

American Kennel Club seal indicating the Loving Paws Animal Therapy program is backed by the American Kennel Club

The Loving Paws therapy dog certification program is recognized by the American Kennel Club

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