Welcome to Paws for Mental Health!

Dogs have a funny way of teaching us the things we forget to give ourselves.

Take a walk.

Get some fresh air.

Rest when you're tired.

Celebrate the little victories.

Find joy in simple moments.

During the dog days of summer, we're inviting you to slow down, have some fun, and spend intentional time with the furry companions who make our lives a little brighter.

When you sign up you have the next three weeks, to complete photo challenges, create memories, and help support NAMI Finger Lakes' mission of providing education, support, advocacy, and hope.

How it works

Register for $20.

Complete at least 15 of the 30 challenges.

Email your photos to kristin@namifingerlakes.org.

Receive your Doggie Bag of Pawsitivity.

Challenge rules

Be kind.

Be safe.

Have fun.

Share your photos.

📸 And don’t keep all that cuteness to yourself!

Share your challenge photos on social media throughout your 21 days and tag them with #PawsForMentalHealthFLX so we can follow along, cheer you on, and celebrate our community of pawsitivity.

Complete at least 15 challenges, submit your photos to kristin@namifingerlakes.org, and you’ll receive your Doggie Bag of Pawsitivity! 💚🐾

Participate near or far. Every paw print helps support mental health in our community.

Here are your 30 scavenger-hunt ideas:

Your dog yawning.

Your dog sleeping.

Your dog taking a walk.

Your dog with their favorite toy.

Your dog wearing a bandana.

Your dog enjoying a treat.

A paw print.

Your dog enjoying sunshine.

Your dog looking out a window.

Your dog next to something blue.

Your dog with a family member.

Your dog making a silly face.

Your dog with another animal.

Your dog in the car.

Your dog's favorite spot.

Your dog near water.

Your dog with a flower.

Your dog showing off a trick.

Your dog stretching.

Your dog after a walk.

Your dog making you laugh.

Your dog wearing something green.

Your dog enjoying an adventure.

Your dog waiting patiently.

Your dog beside a book.

Your dog's happiest face.

Your dog enjoying a quiet moment.

Your dog helping you relax.

Your dog with a NAMI sign.

Your favorite photograph of your dog.

Paws for Mental Health

Turning the Dog Days of Summer into Days of Hope