Who we are?

Kelly & Kelly


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Kelly Yurkanin, Founder & Director

With over 25 years in nursing, I've dedicated my life to improving well-being. My journey transformed when I discovered the impact animals have on health and happiness. For five years, my late Golden Retriever Sunny and I served as a comfort dog team in Fort Wayne. Sunny, dearly loved by many, inspired the name Sunny P.A.T.H.H. Certified in Animal Assisted Therapy, I founded Sunny P.A.T.H.H. to make these therapies accessible, recognizing the powerful synergy between animals and people in healing and happiness.

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Kelly Blakey MSW LSW, Co-Director

With over 20 years of experience as a dedicated social worker, I've impacted lives through therapy, life coaching, and mental health support. Specializing in animal-assisted therapy, I've witnessed the incredible benefits our furry companions bring to mental health. My passion for animals drives me to create meaningful connections that foster healing and growth.