PAWSitive Support: How Animal Intervention Can Help Students

Show Notes: Special Ed IEPs, 504s. Oh My – Animal Assisted Interventions in Schoolsconceptions about therapy animals in schoolsThe training, certification, and well-being of therapy dogsThe difference between therapy animals and service animalsHeartwarming stories of therapy dogs making a difference for students, staff, and parentsThe importance of temperament and mutual benefit for both the animal and the school communityHow to connect with therapy dog teams aEpisode Overview:In this heartfelt episode, host Meredith is joined by Courtney and Aleia to explore the impact of animal assisted interventions in schools. Special guests Laura Wilson (Behavior Specialist, Douglas County School District), Lisa German (School Social Worker, Legend High School), and therapy dog Daphne share their experiences and insights on how therapy animals support both s ...