In addition to dog rescue and adoption, HPDR has several outreach and education initiatives for our local community. We are developing and growing our Outreach and Education Programs which are designed to strengthen the human-animal bond while advancing our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome dogs in need. Through interactive education, hands-on experiences, and community partnerships, the programs empower individuals to have compassion for dogs and become advocates for animal welfare. They advance both the well-being of dogs and the strength of the communities we serve.

• Youth Engagement: We are currently partnering with Perfect Ten (a local after school program for girls) to host a weekly free education workshop series. We are teaching the girls animal welfare, how to interact with and care for dogs, what it means to rescue, and what is involved in getting dogs adopted. P-Ten aims to inspire and equip girls with the tools they need to build an independent future. Hudson Paws believes in their mission and that understanding and caring for animals is an important part of building confidence and compassion in our youth.

• Community Adoption & Awareness Events: We do several free events throughout the year in partnership with local businesses and state parks. We set up a pen with our puppies for the community to interact with; we educate and advocate for rescue and adoptions. They are fun, educational, and inspiring.

• Group Training Session for Newly Adopted: We are launching a new low cost group training session program for our community designed to help our newly adopted rescue dogs and their families start off on the right paw. Sessions are taught by Lynn Sarro, professional dog trainer and owner of Dog’s Country Hudson.

• Staff-Dog Basic Training: HPDR staff conduct daily dog training sessions for the pups in our care. Through positive reinforcement techniques it helps dogs build confidence, reduce stress, develop good manners, increase mental and physical stimulation, aid in the connection they have to humans, and increase each dog’s chance of a successful adoption.