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Preparing Puppies for Therapy Work
The foundation for exceptional therapy dogs is laid in puppyhood. Here's how to raise a puppy whose future includes helping children discover the joy of reading.
Evaluating Dog Temperament for Therapy Work
Not every good dog is a good therapy dog. Here's how we assess temperament to identify dogs who will truly thrive in the unique demands of reading program work.
Teaching Your Dog to Be Gentle Around Young Readers
Practical exercises to help your therapy dog candidate develop the patience and gentleness needed for reading sessions.
Setting Up a School Reading Dog Program
From securing admin buy-in to selecting the right therapy dog teams, here's a step-by-step guide for educators who want to bring reading dogs into their schools.
Managing Multiple Therapy Dogs at Events
Large events bring unique challenges when multiple therapy dogs work together. Here's how Paws & Pages coordinates our eighteen dogs for library events, school visits, and community gatherings.
Recognizing Stress Signals in Your Therapy Dog
Your therapy dog can't tell you when they've had enough, but they're communicating constantly. Here's how to read the signals that protect both your dog and the children they serve.
Volunteering as a Therapy Dog Handler
Thinking about volunteering with your dog? Here's what therapy dog handling really involves鈥攖he rewards, the challenges, and the life-changing moments that make it all worthwhile.
The Journey to Becoming a Certified Therapy Dog Team
The path from 'my dog would be great at this' to certified therapy team takes dedication, training, and honest assessment. Here's what the journey really looks like鈥攁nd whether it's right for you.