Wags For Hope

Check out our Wags for Hope teams at Thomas Johnson Middle School! 🐾💚

On Friday, May 29th from 4:00–6:00 PM, Thomas Johnson Middle School hosted a special end-of-the-year celebration for their 8th graders, and we were excited to be part of it! Our therapy dog teams were there to help students relax, smile, and celebrate all of their accomplishments as they wrap up middle school.

Even more special, our therapy alpaca, Everlast, may also made an appearance! 🦙💫 He always brings extra joy and a little surprise factor that students absolutely love. There is something truly magical about having both therapy dogs and unique therapy animals together at community events like this—offering comfort, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

We are grateful for the invitation to share in this milestone celebration and to support students during such an exciting time in their lives. These moments highlight the powerful impact therapy animals have in building confidence, reducing stress, and spreading kindness.

Thank you for inviting us!

Sit. Stay. Pet. 🐾

🌼🎗️ Wags For Hope Supports Cancer Survivors! 🎗️🌼

In partnership with Frederick Health, Wags For Hope is honored to participate in the National Cancer Survivors Day Celebration, "Growing a Garden of Survivorship," on Sunday, June 7, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the Frederick Health Village (Classrooms B128 & B133).

This special event celebrates and supports all members of the cancer survivor community — those newly diagnosed, currently in treatment, living beyond cancer, as well as their families, friends, and caregivers who have been part of their journey.

Be sure to stop by and meet our wonderful therapy animal teams! Our therapy animals not only attend special events with Frederick Health, but also make regular visits to Frederick Health Hospital and the James M. Stockman Cancer Institute, bringing comfort, smiles, encouragement, and emotional support to patients, families, and staff.

🐾 Benefits of visiting with a therapy animal include:
💙 Reducing stress and anxiety
💙 Providing comfort and emotional support
💙 Boosting mood and happiness
💙 Encouraging social interaction
💙 Promoting relaxation and calmness
💙 Helping improve confidence and focus
💙 Bringing companionship and plenty of smiles

Event highlights include:
🌻 Sharing stories of survivorship
🌻 Connecting with fellow survivors
🌻 Celebrating personal milestones
🌻 Honoring support systems
🌻 Building a stronger community of hope and healing

No registration is required — simply come as you are and join this meaningful celebration of strength, resilience, and survivorship.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🐾💙

The Frederick News-Post Frederick Health