The PAWS Conference is open to all who love their pets, are pet enthusiasts, or are interested in learning more about pet therapy.

February 24, 2024

9:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Ammon Education Center

Christiana Hospital Campus
4755 Ogletown-Stanton Road
Newark, DE 19718

Keynote Presentation:

Cool Dog, School Dog
The Impact that Pet Therapy Can Make in a School
A Panel Discussion

Registration Information

Registration: $65.00
$5.00 Discount for PAWS Members
Online registration closes February 20; Same-day registration available onsite
Continental Breakfast & Lunch Buffet Provided

Registration is now closed for the 2024 conference

Conference Schedule

9:00 AM – Registration & Continental Breakfast Open
9:30 – 10:30 AM – Session 1
10:45 AM – 12:15 PM – Member Update & Keynote Presentation
12:15 – 1:15 PM – Lunch
1:15 – 2:15 PM – Session 2

Informative & Interactive Workshops

Session 1 Choices
Closer to the Heart: Making Your Visits Even More Impactful
Intro to PAWS:  Is Pet Therapy Right for You & Your Pet?
PAWS to Comfort: Understanding the Value of Pet Therapy in Hospice Care
Rotational Feeding: Feeding the Rainbow

Session 2 Choices
Dog Training: Clear Communication Using Marker Words
Engaging Elders: The Impact of Pet Therapy in Elder Care Facilities
Pet Therapy’s Role in Social, Emotional Learning
Sit, Stay Away! How to Avoid the Pet Emergency Room

See workshop descriptions and presenter bios.