Dogs deserve the freedom of mobility and independence

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our impact

This year, we've made a difference in these dogs' lives:

112
Wheelchairs
12
prosthetics
2
custom braces
Joey the dog, the inspiration behind Joey's P.A.W.
Our story

It all started with a cute puppy on Facebook...

Founded in 2016, Joey's PAW was inspired by the story of a resilient puppy named Joey, who lost his rear legs due to severe abuse at just six weeks old. After adopting Joey, our founders — Tanya and Charlie Diable — realized the critical need for funding prosthetics and wheelchairs for special-needs dogs. So they started this charity in his honor.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Joey's PAW is dedicated to improving the lives of not only disabled dogs, but all animals with special needs. Our passionate team of volunteers fundraises throughout the year, providing full or partial financial support for mobility devices that offer these animals a new lease on life.

We are also committed to changing the world's perception of special-needs dogs by showing the immense joy and companionship they bring. With the help of generous donors, we can ensure they receive properly designed wheelchairs or prosthetics and make a significant impact, one wagging tail at a time!

Our mission

To optimize the quality of life of special needs dogs with custom wheelchairs and prosthetics.

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It's an absolute joy to have a special needs dog in your life.

“I’ve learned that special-needs dogs are no different from any other; their love is unconditional, their spirit unbreakable, and their impact immeasurable.”

Tanya Diable, Founder
Tanya Diable
Founder

Our Board of Directors

Meet our dedicated board members, the passionate leaders behind Joey’s PAW. Their commitment and expertise drive our mission to help special-needs dogs achieve greater mobility.

Tanya Diable

Founder, President
Tanya Diable
Founder, President

Charlie Diable

Co-Founder, Vice President
Charlie Diable
Co-Founder, Vice President

Robyn Smith

Board Chair
Robyn Smith
Board Chair

Debbie Tylus

Brand & Marketing Lead
Debbie Tylus
Brand & Marketing Lead

Kristi Torba

Treasurer
Kristi Torba
Treasurer

Kim Benton

Secretary
Kim Benton
Secretary

Gretchen Bernatz

Board Member
Gretchen Bernatz
Board Member

Mat Rosso

Board Member
Mat Rosso
Board Member

Cindy Petrick

Board Member
 Cindy Petrick
Board Member

Greg Prodonovich

Board Member
Greg Prodonovich
Board Member

Our Volunteer Staff

Meet our volunteer staff, whose dedication and creativity are essential in support of the Joey’s PAW mission.

Brian DiGirolamo

Brian DiGirolamo

Volunteer
Volunteer
Kari DiGirolamo

Kari DiGirolamo

Newsletter Contributor
Newsletter Contributor
Tara Hoover

Tara Hoover

Website Designer
Website Designer
David Kindervater

David Kindervater

Photographer & Copywriter
Photographer & Copywriter
Alyson Krumpe

Alyson Krumpe

Fundraising
Fundraising
Sheryl Lee Vojtush

Sheryl Lee Vojtush

Fundraising Lead
Fundraising Lead
Jen Walzer

Jen Walzer

Graphic Designer
Graphic Designer
Katherine Wilson

Katherine Wilson

Social Media Manager
Social Media Manager
Theresa Wilson

Theresa Wilson

Volunteer Coordinator
Volunteer Coordinator
Jen Zeigler

Jen Zeigler

Volunteer
Volunteer
Our partners

A few of the partners that help move our cause forward

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