Melbourne's Trusted Provider of Animal-Assisted Wellbeing Sessions
Bringing joy, connection and companionship through certified therapy animals.
Supporting aged care providers, universities, hospitals, community organisations and workplaces across Melbourne.
Established in 2023, Pawever Companions provides Animal-Assisted Wellbeing Sessions across aged care, universities, workplaces, community organisations and private homes throughout Melbourne.
Our certified therapy animals create meaningful opportunities for connection, comfort and engagement, supporting the wellbeing of people of all ages and backgrounds. From reducing stress and promoting mental wellbeing in workplaces and educational settings, to providing companionship, social connection and emotional support in aged care and healthcare environments, each session is thoughtfully tailored to meet the needs of the individuals and communities we support.
With a team of certified therapy dogs, and a growing reputation for delivering professional, high-quality wellbeing experiences, Pawever Companions is proud to support organisations and individuals across Melbourne through the unique bond between people and animals.
“Petting, scratching, and cuddling a dog could be as soothing to the mind and heart as deep meditation and almost as good for the soul as prayer.”
Corporate Wellness Sessions
Animal-Assisted Wellbeing Sessions provide employees with an opportunity to step away from the demands of the workday, reduce stress and recharge in a relaxed and engaging environment. The presence of therapy dogs can help create moments of connection, encourage positive social interaction and contribute to a more supportive workplace culture.
Sessions are held in a designated enclosed space, allowing the dogs to be safely off lead and employees to interact with them freely. Whether it's sharing a cuddle, playing a game of fetch or simply taking a quiet moment to unwind, the sessions offer a meaningful break from the busy office environment.
Regular wellbeing visits can become a valued part of an organisation's wellbeing program, giving employees something positive to look forward to while demonstrating a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and workplace culture.
Residential Aged Care Wellness Sessions
Animal-Assisted Wellbeing Sessions bring joy, companionship and meaningful connection to aged care communities. The presence of therapy animals can encourage social interaction, spark conversation, evoke positive memories and provide comfort to residents who may be experiencing loneliness or isolation.
Sessions typically begin in communal areas, where residents can gather to pat, cuddle and interact with the dogs, before moving to quieter one-on-one visits for those who prefer to remain in their rooms. Over time, regular visits allow residents to develop a genuine bond with the therapy animals, creating moments of familiarity, anticipation and connection that can have a lasting positive impact on wellbeing.
Regular visits become much more than a special event—they become something residents look forward to, month after month.
Private In-home
Wellness Sessions
Animal-Assisted Wellbeing Sessions in the home provide a unique opportunity for connection, companionship and emotional support in a familiar and comfortable environment. Whether supporting an older adult, a person living with disability, someone experiencing social isolation, or a family with young children, therapy animals can bring comfort, joy and meaningful engagement.
Each visit is tailored to the individual, creating opportunities for conversation, social connection, confidence building and gentle interaction with the animals. For many participants, the sessions become something to look forward to, offering a sense of routine, companionship and ongoing connection.
Regular visits allow meaningful bonds to develop over time, helping create moments of happiness, comfort and wellbeing for both individuals and their families.