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Snuggles, smiles & a whole lotta tail wags! 🐾 Our Therapy Teams helped McWane Science Center celebrate 10 years of Itty Bitty Magic City with love & joy.
Want to join the fun? Learn how to volunteer with your pet: handinpaw.org/volunteer

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August 7, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Meet Jacie & Tilly! 🐾

Tilly is a Golden Retriever who loves swimming, tennis balls, and duck jerky. She's already visited residents at Regency and helped represent Hand in Paw at the Druid City Arts Festival.

We're glad to have this sweet duo in our pack! 💛

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June 9, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Meet Margaret Stinnett, Executive Director of Hand in Paw — a leader who guides with intention, empathy, and a deep belief in the power of connection: handinpaw.org/2026/0...

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April 28, 2026 at 2:00 PM
You’ve seen her work — now meet the story behind it.

Meet Karen Cole, Hand in Paw’s Project Coordinator:
handinpaw.org/2025/0...

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March 31, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Carol DeVelice first met Hand in Paw during chemo. A Therapy Dog named Scottie showed up, and that moment changed everything.

Now she leads our Tuscaloosa program, creating those same moments for others.

Meet Carol DeVelice:
handinpaw.org/2026/0...

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March 25, 2026 at 1:30 AM
Monthly donations create stability, comfort, and connection for people who need it most.

Joining The Pack starts at just $5 a month, but the impact adds up in powerful ways.

👉 Learn more or join The Pack: handinpaw.org/donate...

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The Pack - Monthly Giving Community
Help Therapy Teams bring joy to others, every month! The Pack is a community of dedicated monthly givers committed to helping Hand in Paw grow and achieve its mission.
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January 26, 2026 at 9:39 PM
That's the work we continue at Hand in Paw. 💛

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January 16, 2026 at 3:01 PM
🎉Fun Fact Friday🎉 Did you know your dog can actually smell your feelings? They can pick up on subtle changes in your scent, like shifts in hormones, stress, or fear, and respond with the comfort you need. 🐶👃🐾💛

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January 9, 2026 at 6:20 PM
We’re excited to welcome Protective Life as a new Program Partner of Hand in Paw! 💛🐾

Together, we’re expanding access to Animal-Assisted Therapy and bringing meaningful moments of connection, comfort, and care to more people across our community.

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January 8, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Can you believe it's the last day of 2025! There’s still time to support Therapy Teams who bring comfort and connection to people across our community. 💛🐾

Donate to Hand in Paw’s Annual Giving Campaign by midnight!
👉 give.handinpaw.org/2025

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December 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM
As the year winds down, your support continues to bring comfort and connection through Animal-Assisted Therapy. 💛🐾

Make a year-end gift → give.handinpaw.org/2025

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Donate to Hand in Paw's 2025 Annual Campaign
Bring comfort, joy, and connection to people of all ages. Donate to Hand in Paw’s 2025 End-of-Year Campaign and help therapy animals change lives!
give.handinpaw.org
December 22, 2025 at 2:30 PM
A single quiet moment with a Therapy Animal can make a world of difference. 💛🐾

Get to know Therapy Team Mark & Sadie in our latest HIP Tales Blog.

Read more → handinpaw.org/2025/1...

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December 15, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Hand in Paw’s Annual Giving Campaign is already in motion, and we’re grateful for everyone supporting Therapy Teams across our community this season.

Make a gift any time at:
give.handinpaw.org/2025

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December 12, 2025 at 2:30 PM
It’s #GivingTuesday!

We’re raising funds to train 30 new Therapy Teams for 2026 as demand grows across hospitals, schools, and eldercare programs.

Give today: give.handinpaw.org/G...

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December 2, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Skip the Black Friday rush and start Giving Tuesday early. 💛🐾

Our goal: train 30 new Therapy Teams for our 30th anniversary, and your early gift helps make it happen.

Give now: give.handinpaw.org/G...

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November 28, 2025 at 5:30 PM
🛍️ Black Friday deal: 30% off orders of $70+ now through Sunday!

Shop HIP merch → handinpaw.myspreadsh...

Every purchase supports Animal-Assisted Therapy in our community. 💛🐾

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November 28, 2025 at 3:46 PM
🎅🐾 Santa Paws is TODAY from 10 a.m.-noon at Hand in Paw HQ!

📸 Pet portraits with Santa ($20)
☕ Hot cider + cocoa
🍸 Tito’s cocktail kits

Stop by this morning for festive fun and support Animal-Assisted Therapy while you’re at it. 💛

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November 22, 2025 at 1:30 PM
🎅🐾 Santa Paws is THIS Saturday at Hand in Paw HQ! Stop by and bring your furry friends for some holiday cheer! 💛

📸 Pet portraits – $20
🍸 Tito’s cocktail kits
☕ Free cocoa & cider

More info at handinpaw.org/santa-....

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November 19, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Want a warm & fuzzy Christmas card this year? 🎅🐾

Join Hand in Paw for Santa Paws, Sat. Nov. 22!
📸 Pet portraits – $20
🍸 Tito’s cocktail kits
☕ Hot cocoa & cider on us

Celebrate the season and support Animal-Assisted Therapy! 💛

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November 17, 2025 at 3:51 PM
On this #MissionMonday let's shine a light on the amazing impact of Animal-Assisted Therapy on children's well-being. The pups' friendly and non-judgmental nature helps kids with anxiety and social challenges feel calm and connected. 💛🐶😻

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October 27, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Tonight 5-10 p.m., Rojo Birmingham is donating 10% of every tab to Hand in Paw, helping expand Animal-Assisted Therapy across Central Alabama. Enjoy tacos, pups on the patio, and a free drink for HIP supporters — see you tonight! 🌮🐾

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October 21, 2025 at 4:54 PM
On this #NationalHeroDay, we are is paws-ing to honor our everyday heroes. Thanks to our law enforcement officers, doctors, nurses, teachers, and all the heroes in our lives who go above and beyond to protect, heal, and mentor. 💛 🐾

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October 8, 2025 at 7:01 PM
#TherapyThursday: 15 minutes with a dog = lower stress, reduced blood pressure & boosted mood. 🧠🐾

That’s the science behind Hand in Paw’s mission — Therapy Animals change lives. 💛

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September 18, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Feeling stressed? Take 10 mins to breathe, stretch, or step outside. That’s the same relief our Therapy Animals bring daily — lowering stress, boosting moods & spreading calm. 🐾💛

What’s your go-to stress reliever?

#HandInPaw #AnimalAssistedTherapy #WeAreHIP #WellnessWednesday
September 10, 2025 at 2:26 PM