This week, from June 15-18, the Hand in Paw team will be working remotely while maintenance is completed at our office. Our staff will remain available by email and phone during normal business hours, and our programs and services will continue as scheduled.

Today, we are celebrating Flag Day with our amazing Hand in Paw Therapy Teams! 🐶We lift our paws high to honor unity, hope, and the flag that unites us all. 🌟❤️🤍💙🐾 #HandInPaw #AnimalAssistedTherapy #FlagDay

The Border Collie breed traces much of its lineage back to a sheepdog born in 1893 known for his calm focus and remarkable instincts named Old Hemp. Sam and Bailey put those same traits to work through Animal-Assisted Therapy every day. Different flock. Same gift. 🐾

Some bonds leave a lasting mark. 🐾💛 Honor a beloved pet or loved one with a personalized Hand in Paw commemorative brick. Every tribute supports Animal-Assisted Therapy and celebrates a connection worth remembering. handinpaw.org/donate...

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! 💛 #HandInPaw #WeAreHIP

Happy Pride Month! 🌈🐾 As Pride celebrations begin across our community, we're celebrating, too. Everyone deserves comfort, connection, and a place to belong. We're grateful for the LGBTQ+ volunteers, donors, Program Partners, clients, and supporters who are part of our pack. 💛

Happy #NationalHugYourCatDay! 😻 Some cats welcome hugs. Others prefer a respectful nod from across the room. Today we're celebrating the Therapy Cats who bring comfort, calm, and connection to our community. 💛🐾 #HandInPaw #AnimalAssistedTherapy

🌸 Join The Pack and Help Us Grow! 🌸 The Pack is our community of monthly supporters who keep Hand in Paw Therapy Teams showing up in hospitals, classrooms, and moments that need them most. Last year alone: 7,500+ visits. Zero cost to the people we serve.

Six Hand in Paw Therapy Teams recently visited Kirkwood by the River and the impact was felt by residents and staff alike. These interactions add up to something real and meaningful: Time with a therapy animal reduces stress, sparks connection, and genuinely improves mood. 🐾💛

🚨 New Therapy Team Alert! 🚨 Meet Cindie & Shep, a rescue duo already bringing comfort and connection to workplaces and senior living communities across Birmingham. 💛 Also, Shep would like it noted that ice is NOT a treat. #HandInPaw #TherapyDogs

Join Hand in Paw at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams in Mountain Brook on Tuesday, June 2 for a delicious way to give back. From 4-7 pm, 25% of sales will be donated to support our Animal-Assisted Therapy programs!

Pugtastic smiles ahead! 🐾💛 Hand in Paw Therapy Team MC and Romeo recently visited the UAB Healthy Systems’ IT department and quickly became the most popular coworkers in the building. #HandInPaw #AnimalAssistedTherapy #Wags4Wellness

Moments like these are what Animal-Assisted Therapy is all about. 💛 Hand in Paw Therapy Teams recently visited McLeod Softward — bringing connection and comfort to the workday. Grateful for Program Partners who make this possible. 🐾 #HandInPaw #AnimalAssistedTherapy #WorkplaceWellness

30 years. Thousands of visits. Countless moments of comfort and connection. 🐾💛 Bham Now shared a look at how Hand in Paw’s Therapy Teams have impacted Birmingham through Animal-Assisted Therapy — and we’re feeling very grateful for this community. 🔗

Today we remember the servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸 Holding space for gratitude, reflection, and remembrance this Memorial Day. 💛 #MemorialDay

Thank you to Tito's Vodka for the generous support that made our 30th Anniversary Volunteer Reunion Party possible. 💛 They also donated a giveaway package and helped us celebrate with Tito’s Strawberry Lemonade. Cheers to true Vodka for Dog People. 🐾 #HandInPaw #HIP30

🚨 NEW THERAPY TEAM ALERT 🚨 Franklin has already been busy helping students de-stress at UAB Heersink School of Medicine and during Wags for Wellness visits at Spain Park High School. 💛 A very good boy doing very important work. #HandInPaw #TherapyDogs

🚨 NEW THERAPY TEAM ALERT 🚨 Meet Christine & Molly 🐾💛 Molly is a 4-year-old Aussiedoodle with a talent for making people smile. When she’s off duty, she enjoys trail running, squeaky toy chaos courtesy of Mr. Grinch, and the occasional Starbucks pup cup. ☕🐶 #HandInPaw #AnimalAssistedTherapy

This Mother’s Day, honor someone special with a tribute gift to Hand in Paw. 💛🐾 Celebrate a mother, grandmother, mentor, or pet mom while supporting Animal-Assisted Therapy across our community. handinpaw.org/donate... #MothersDay #HandInPaw

30 years of hospital visits has taught us something: nurses need care too. This Nurses Week, HIP's Therapy Teams are honored to show up for the people who never stop showing up. 🐾💛 #NursesWeek2026 #HandInPaw #ConnectionIsTheCure

🚨 NEW THERAPY TEAM 🚨 Meet Lily & Max 🐾 Since passing their evaluation in December, this duo has already been out in the community supporting students at UAB and visiting seniors at Brookdale. 🐾 #HandInPaw #TherapyDogs

Our volunteers bring comfort, connection, and calm to hospitals, schools, and community spaces when it's needed most. If your pet has the temperament and you have the heart, this one's for you. 💛 Learn more: handinpaw.org/volunt... #HandInPaw #Volunteer #TherapyDog

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... #HandInPaw #WeAreHIP #ConnectionIsTheCure #AnimalAssistedTherapy

The Pack shows up month after month so our Therapy Teams can too — in hospitals, classrooms, and the moments that matter most. 🐾 A monthly gift keeps these visits going, always free of charge. 🔗 Join us: secure.qgiv.com/for/... #JoinThePack #HandInPaw

Two weeks until Three Dimensional Dog's 2nd Annual BarkBash! 🐾 Dogs. Music. Food. A photo booth for your dog (important). May 9 at the Dog House. It’s going to be a good one.

The science of the snuggle 🐾 Petting an animal releases oxytocin, the “bonding hormone” linked to trust and calm. And yes, animals get that boost too. Add dopamine and serotonin, and a simple moment becomes a stress reset. 💛 #HandInPaw #FunFactFriday

The 16th Annual Mutt Strut raised over $55,000 for free Animal-Assisted Therapy in North Central Alabama and Tuscaloosa. We're proud of this community. Read the full recap here: handinpaw.org/2026/0... #AnimalAssistedTherapy #Nonprofit #BirminghamAL #CommunityImpact #HandInPaw

Happy Earth Day from Hand in Paw! 🌎 🌿 Today, we’re celebrating the beautiful planet that sustains us all, humans and animals alike. 🐕 😻 #HIP30 #ConnectionIsTheCure #BirminghamAL

Happy Earth Day from Hand in Paw! 🌎 🌿 Today, we’re celebrating the beautiful planet that sustains us all, humans and animals alike. 🐕 😻 #HIP30 #ConnectionIsTheCure #BirminghamAL

🚨 NEW THERAPY TEAM ALERT! 🚨 Meet Molly, one of the newest Therapy Dogs on the scene, already making herself right at home. 🐾 She laid down mid-visit just to “chat” with residents on her first day in Tuscaloosa. 💛 Also: very talkative at home. #HandInPaw #TherapyDogs

At Homewood Public Library’s Barks and Books, kids read aloud to Therapy Dogs through our Sit, Stay, Read! program — building confidence in a calm, judgment-free space. 💛 #HandInPaw #LiteracyMatters

🐾 Stephanie and Poppy stopped by the UAB IT Department this week. Tanya said, "During a stressful period at work, it was wonderful seeing Poppy's sweet, calm spirit. She gave us a needed boost to our day!" This is why we do what we do. 💛 #WagsForWellness #HandInPaw

Even mascots want a photo with a therapy dog. 🐘🐾 Margaret Cooper and Nova spent Sunday at Walk for Autism Tuscaloosa, bringing calm and connection to everyone they met. 💙 #HandInPaw #AnimalAssistedTherapy

Helping bring comfort and connection to our friends at Surgical Associates was a paw-some experience! 🐾 💛 Thank you, Surgical Associates, for being incredible partners in our mission to improve human health and well-being through Animal-Assisted Therapy! 🐶🙌🏼 #HandInPaw #AnimalAssistedTherapy

The One with the BEST Sponsor! 🐾🪩 Huge thanks to Creative Dog Training for being our Mutt Strut 2026 Presenting Sponsor! Their support helps @HandInPaw bring therapy animals to our community for free. 🐶😻 Join us: secure.qgiv.com/even... 🎟️ #MuttStrut2026 #HIP30 @CreativeDogTraining

This Wednesday: @BhamBarons Bark in the Park at Regions Field ⚾ 🐾 Bring your dog (for free!) + support Hand in Paw with every ticket purchased through the link below. First 100 pups get a 🎾 launcher! 🎟️ www.gofevo.com/event... #BarkInThePark #BirminghamBarons #HandInPaw

Your dog knows about the promo code deadline and is judging you accordingly. 🐶 Use promo code THELASTSTRUT to save 10% off your registration. Don’t wait until the last minute and miss the discount! Online registration closes April 10! Register → secure.qgiv.com/even...

Before we hit the starting line, we need to recognize the people who made this moment possible. Our Gold Sponsors power free Animal-Assisted Therapy across Central Alabama. Now it’s your turn. April 11. Homewood Central Park. Register → secure.qgiv.com/even...

🌍💙 Today is World Autism Acceptance Day, and we couldn't be more proud to celebrate it. Has a therapy animal touched your life or the life of someone you love? We'd love to hear your story in the comments. 👇 #WorldAutismAcceptanceDay #AnimalAssistedTherapy #WorldAutismMonth

⏳ This is your last chance to save on Mutt Strut registration! Use code THELASTSTRUT for 10% off before April 7. 🏃‍♂️🐕 🔗 secure.qgiv.com/even... Online registration ends April 10! #MuttStrut2026 #HandInPaw #DogFriendly5K #AnimalAssistedTherapy

You’ve seen her work — now meet the story behind it. Meet Karen Cole, Hand in Paw’s Project Coordinator: handinpaw.org/2025/0... #HandInPaw #WeAreHIP

Kenzi is a star at Children’s of Alabama. 🌟From bedside visits to hallway greetings, she and her handler, Ronnie, are on a mission to bring smiles, courage, and a much-needed "paws" to patients and staff alike. 💛 We are so proud of this Therapy Team and the impact they make. 🐶🐾 #HandInPaw

This April 11 at Homewood Central Park, join us for #MuttStrut2026, a morning that's part 5K, part community celebration, and 100% dog-friendly. Enjoy food truck offerings from: ☕ Cala Coffee ✨ Cafe Baboy 🌭 D's Crazy Dogs 🎟️ secure.qgiv.com/even...#MuttStrut2026, #HIP30 #HandInPaw

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... #HandInPaw #WeAreHIP #ConnectionIsTheCure

Nothing beats the healing power of a wagging tail! 🐾 We loved bringing Rosie and Hildy to UAB’s "Destress with Donuts & Dogs" event. 🍩🐶 Hildy kept her "puppy dog eyes" on the donuts, but settled for plenty of pets instead! Thanks for having us, UAB Housing. #HandInPaw #UAB

🚨 NEW THERAPY TEAM ALERT 🚨 Meet Gwen & Winston! These two are already visiting seniors AND supporting student mental health since joining Hand in Paw. Winston knows exactly where love is needed most. 🐾💛 Welcome to the HIP family! #TeamTuesday #HandInPaw

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Hand in Paw! Today we’re celebrating the wagging tails and comforting purrs that bring connection and calm to our community every day. That’s the real luck of the paw. 🐾💛 #HandInPaw #StPatricksDay #AnimalAssistedTherapy

Last call! Today is the final day to sponsor Hand in Paw’s #MuttStrut2026 on April 11 at Homewood Central Park. If your business has been considering joining us, now is the time! Learn more and reserve your sponsorship today: secure.qgiv.com/for/...

We're 30 days away from Mutt Strut! 🛋️✨ Use code HOWYOUDOIN for 15% OFF! Offer expires tomorrow (3/13), so act fast! Proceeds help keep Animal-Assisted Therapy services free for our community partners. Grab your sneakers and join the fun. 🎟️ Register:

🚨 NEW THERAPY TEAM ALERT! 🚨 Meet Wednesday & Angie! They just wrapped their first visit at @McLeodSoftware, floor by floor, tail wagging the whole way. 🐕🐾 Welcome to the team! 💛 #TeamTuesday #HandInPaw #AninalAssistedTherapy