Therapy dogs brought joy and relaxation to our school community!
Why it matters: The presence of therapy dogs can significantly reduce stress and anxiety levels among students and staff.
Studies show that interacting with animals can lower cortisol levels and boost oxytocin, providing a calming effect.
What they are saying:
“The therapy dogs made me feel happy, amazing, and so good. They were so cute!” - Avery in 5th grade
“The therapy dogs made me feel happy, excited, and like my worries melted away. I forgot about all the bad things.” - Chloe in 4th grade