dogs for development
London
Our key aims for the children and young people taking part are to improve
behaviour and their social interaction skills, whilst enhancing educational
engagement. Also to enhance interaction within the local community, by tackling
social isolation, low self-esteem and depression. Professional Team... At Dogs
for Development, we are trained professionals who facilitate canine assisted
therapy sessions, encouraging dogs and pupils to work and play together, to
build a relationship based on mutual respect and trust. Testimonials... "The
dogs were a sheer delight and did so much to alleviate the social isolation my
son faces everyday, thank you for everything." - Michelle (Parent of autistic
student) "Can I just say that Yr 9 loved the dog training. Hannah thinks she has
superpowers and is an expert now!!! They loved it!! - thank you so much." - Year
9 Teacher (Market Field School) “For a child who can't even sit still on the
carpet at school, has so much difficulty in concentrating as everything
distracts him, it was really heartwarming to see him totally engrossed and
focused on what he was doing”. – Nell (Parent of autistic student) "We are so
grateful for the opportunities that you have given the two groups of children
you have worked with at Great Clacton. The feedback from every one of the
children has been fantastic." - Tara (SENCO, Gt Clacton School) “The dogs help
motivate me to fight through recovery and help people, to make sure they know
that life is worth living.” – Georgia Eagle
