Paws & Pages Blog
Tips, stories, and resources to help children become confident readers with the help of our four-legged friends.
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How Dogs Help With Reading Comprehension
Beyond just fluency, therapy dogs help children understand, remember, and connect with what they read. Here's how the magic works.
From Shelter to Service: Rescue Dogs as Reading Buddies
Some of our most beloved therapy dogs started in shelters, written off as unadoptable. Here's why rescue dogs often excel at this gentle work—and how their second chances transform children's lives.
Seasonal Care Tips for Therapy Dogs
From summer heat to winter ice, each season brings unique challenges for working therapy dogs. Here's how our handlers keep their partners healthy, comfortable, and ready to read year-round.
Winter Safety Tips for Therapy Dogs
From icy sidewalks to dry indoor heat, winter poses unique challenges for working therapy dogs. Here's how to keep your reading buddy safe and comfortable all season.
5 Books That Therapy Dogs Love (And Kids Do Too)
After thousands of reading sessions, our therapy dogs have developed clear favorites. Here are five books that consistently produce tail wags, perked ears, and fully engaged young readers.