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DO...

  • Ask before touching

  • Come up to the dog one at a time

  • Stay in your seat until given permission

  • Let the handler tell the dog what to do

  • Speak quietly and calmly

  • Walk normally up to the dog

  • Tell the teacher if you would rather not be near the dog

  • Complete your classwork

DON'T...

  • Touch without asking

  • Crowd the dog

  • Jump out of your seat without permission

  • Tell the dog what to do

  • Yell or shout

  • Run up to the dog

  • Come up to the dog if you don't want to

  • Ignore your work

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Therapy dog wearing ID vest

Module 1 delves into the growing trend of using therapy dogs to encourage and engage students. Watch the video to learn more about the benefits  of bringing therapy dogs to school. Review the glossary terms and check out the references for additional information.

Studets reading with dog in classroom

Bringing a therapy team into a school or classroom is not so simple. Module 2 explains what teachers and administrators must know and consider for a program that is safe and appropriate for all.

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Once you've committed to therapy team visits, now what? Module 3 provides information on developing meaningful lesson plans and student activities.

Student reading with dog

Are you ready? Take this self-proctored evaluation to see if you have learned what you need to know.

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