Our Goal is Simple
To help people experiencing disabilities discover new forms of mobility and independence while engaging with the natural world through the use of a team of sled dogs.
Please, help us reach our goal.
About Noble Paws
Noble Paws works with people who experience disabilities and at-risk behaviors. This includes working with people with addictive behaviors, PTSD, developmental disabilities, cerebral palsy, autism and behavior health related issues.
We have a team of trained sled dogs that are experience in racing and overnight camping.
Our Mission
Noble Paws teaches people experiencing disabilities and at-risk behaviors how to run their own dog team. This service includes the use of a trained dog team and custom made adaptive dog sleds.
Our sleds can accommodate a variety of disabilities, including: cerebral palsy, autism, paralysis and down syndrome.
The ultimate goal of Noble Paws is to enable participants to discover new forms of mobility, independence and self-reliance.
OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Dan Powell Vice PresidentDan Powell is the Vice President of Noble Paws.
Dan has extensive experience in technical education and teaching hands on skills. For the last few years he taught as the Professor of Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology at UAF CTC. Dan is a disabled Army veteran and is excited to share the theraputic side of working with sled dogs.
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Amanda Ellis Board Member
Amanda Ellis is a board member of Noble Paws.
Amanda has spent over 11 years in the human services field working with individuals with disabilities. She has a Bachelors Degree of Arts. She spends her free time with her family on her small farm where she works with dogs, a longtime passion of hers. Amanda is excited to bring her unique work skills and passion of animals to Noble Paws.
We incorporate a “dogs first” approach that teaches participants that being a leader means taking care of the team.
Our Program Director
Our program director is Kaycee Powell. Kaycee has extensive animal care and training experience ranging from working alongside combat dolphins, working in zoos, and working with sled dogs for the last 8 years.