Karen and Peanut officially qualify
Huge congratulations to Karen, one of our Activity Dog Volunteers, who has officially qualified with our Activity Dog Peanut! They are now signed off to work more independently in the supported living care home they visit weekly.
Their partnership is wonderful, and a true testament to Karen’s hard work on Peanut’s training and the lovely relationship they’ve built together.
On their visits, Peanut loves playing bingo with her beanbags, and meeting all the residents. She’s very in tune with people, and takes her time going around the room to meet everyone. She is a calming and affectionate presence in her one-to-one flat visits, brightening everyone’s days.
A big ‘well done!’ to Karen and Peanut, and everyone who has supported them in their journey – what a team.
Successful school sessions for Erica and Darcy
Erica and Darcy have successfully completed two introductory Activity Dog sessions at Frank Wise School in Banbury. This is a new step forwards before being matched with a more permanent placement, which will hopefully start around September time.
Erica and Darcy work beautifully together, supporting the students with Special Educational Needs. There were smiles and giggles all round, with lots of positive engagement with a very chilled out looking Darcy (in fact she nearly fell asleep at the end!). Erica got to show off Darcy’s tricks, with a nose-to-hand touch being a particular favourite with some students asking her to do the same with them.
Watch this space for the next stage!
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