Therapy dogs lend paw to lift spirits of Denton’s young readers, older adults and more

Bemidji Area Reading Canine program announces new teams

The Bemidji Area Reading Canine program announced two new teams that have completed the training. They are Brittni Odland and Mowgli, and Linda Blessing and Dandy. Bemidji Area Reading Canines are therapy dogs who volunteer with their owners/handlers as a team, going to schools, libraries and many other settings as reading companions for children, a release said. They will join the other BARC teams in serving children at the Boys and Girls Club …

'A living legacy': Richland School District debuts new therapy dog named for late educator

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – Richland School District's new therapy dog Olive Ann made her debut Friday with a walk of fame event at the elementary school, and her namesake's family along for the stroll.

Richland School District adds therapy dog to staff

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Richland Rams rolled out the red carpet to welcome a new addition to their school community — a therapy dog. Richland School District is now one of several schools in Central Pennsylvania to utilize pet therapy in what appears to be a growing trend of addressing a mental health crisis. Olive Ann paraded through the halls of Richland Elementary School, greeting her students and enjoying the attention. "She is actually …

Meet Olive Ann! New Richland school therapy dog named in honor of local teacher

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Therapy dogs lend paw to lift spirits of Denton’s young readers, older adults and more

For the past 18 years, this nonprofit has been bringing therapy dogs to community members of all ages.