PAWS NY Capital Region

03/15/2026

We are ever so thankful for these amazing donations Altamont Reformed Church collected during their annual Joel Edwards DVM Memorial Pet Food Drive. After hearing about our program and the support we provide to our families the Town of Guilderland Animal Shelter graciously donated their ration of donations to us! From the bottom of our hearts, thank you ❤️❤️ ❤️Albany Damien Center

03/04/2026

We're five day's away..let's gooooo🎉🎊

🎳🐾 Bowling for PAWS 2026 is Almost Full! 🐾🎳

We are down to our final lanes — don’t wait!

Join the Albany Damien Center on Sunday, March 8 at Kingpin's Alley for an afternoon of fun — all to support PAWS and keep pets with the people who love them most. 💙

📅 March 8, 2026
⏰ 12–4 PM

🎳 Register your team or bowl as an individual today:

https://www.bowlathon.net/event/bowling-for-paws-2026/

Let’s fill every lane. 🐾

01/23/2026

With the temperature dropping below zero, keep a close eye on your fur~kids. Know the number to your local emergency vet hospital and make sure their microchips are up to date. This weekend will be perfect for cozy movie watching couch time🐱❤️🐶

01/07/2026

Sending a heartfelt thank you to all Albany Med employees who donated pet food and supplies through the Neighbors in Need program. We are happy to report that all 83 PAWS families benefited from your donations during the holiday season. We thank you and we love you♥️♥️ Albany Damien Center Albanymedfm

09/21/2025

Sweet Miss Brownie paid us a visit yesterday during our pet food pantry. She is a senior gal, and the smallest pup in our program!! Because she is so tiny, she needs small breed food, but we NEED more for next month. If you can help us help her, please click the link below to our Amazon wish list. All donations are lovingly appreciated❤️

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2G68L7IQH7DN8/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1

08/27/2025

*Pet Food Recall*

Viva Raw dog and cat food has been recalled. The article included gives the specifics of the recall🐱🐶

August 25, 2025 – Viva Raw LLC, Charlotte, NC is voluntarily recalling two lots of dog and cat foods due to contamination with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. The recall is for Lot 21495 (Viva Ground Beef for Dogs; Viva Beef & Turkey for Puppies) and Lot 21975 (Viva Ground Chicken for Dogs;

08/26/2025

National Dog Day: Celebrating Our Furry Friends at PAWS

Today, we celebrate the unconditional love and support that pets bring to our lives. The Albany Damien Center’s PAWS (Pets Are Wonderful Support) program helps individuals living with HIV/AIDS keep their beloved pets by providing food, supplies, and support.

You can help pets and their owners stay together by donating needed items such as pet food, treats, kitty litter, and more. Donations can be made through our Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/.../2G68L.../ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1

For in-person donations or questions, contact Jeanie, our PAWS Coordinator,
at (838) 250-6633.

Help us support pets. Support people. Make a difference today.

08/08/2025

It is International Cat Day! 🐱

Time to celebrate those purr-fect little companions who make every day a little brighter — whether they’re demanding snacks, knocking things off tables, or just curling up for a nap.

Share a pic of your favorite feline friend and let’s spread some serious cat vibes today! 🐾❤️

08/05/2025

📣 Troy Pet Food Delivery

Pet food and supply deliveries for Troy clients are scheduled for Saturday, August 9th. Deliveries will take place between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

If you have any questions or need to confirm your delivery information, feel free to contact the PAWS team.