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Cranbury Christmas Lights Announces New Pet Therapy - Hairy's Dog House

In the quiet halls of a hospital, where a child battles illness with more courage than any child should need, there’s a light that can break through the fear—Hairy. With every wag of his tail and every gentle nuzzle, Hairy brings laughter to a child who hasn’t smiled in days. In those precious moments, the pain eases, and the hospital room fills with something medicine can’t provide: joy, hope, and the feeling of being loved.

This is the heart behind Hairy’s Dog House, a new 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (#33-3214715) created by the Shaw family, founders of the beloved Cranbury Christmas Lights. Known for transforming their New Jersey home into a dazzling wonderland that raised over $200,000 for local charities, the Shaws are now channeling their passion for bringing joy into a new, year-round mission.

As featured on countless local and national television shows, the Cranbury Christmas Lights became a symbol of community, generosity, and holiday spirit. Now, Hairy’s Dog House will carry that same spirit into hospitals, nursing homes, and disaster areas—places where comfort is needed most. Hairy, a certified therapy dog, will visit children and adults alike, delivering not only companionship but healing through connection.

Hairy’s Dog House will focus its mission during the first two years on the tri-state area, with Princeton, NJ as its home base. With the support of local and national media contacts, the Shaw family will build a dynamic social media platform to share Hairy's journey in real time.

Everyone is invited to be a part of Hairy’s story. Join the movement! Visit www.hairysdoghouse.com to learn more, click on our social media platforms to follow Hairy's journey from birth to his AKC Therapy Dog Supreme title, and stay connected as we spread joy and healing to those who need it most.

To help launch this initiative, Hairy’s Dog House will be hosting a kickoff fundraiser—a high-end wine tasting event on October 18th at the historic Cranbury Inn. The event will feature exclusive wines, gourmet pairings, and a limited number of VIP experiences. Tickets are limited—please visit Hairy's website to support Hairy through your ticket purchase. Proceeds will directly support Hairy’s outreach visits and therapy dog certification programs.

For more information, email us at hairy@hairysdoghouse.com.