Our Reading with a Therapy Animal activity allows young children to practice their reading skills and gain confidence in reading aloud by reading to a therapy dog or cat in a safe, nonjudgmental setting. Each child will select a book from our collection or bring their own book and will read aloud to the therapy animal and their handler for 10-15 minutes. The children and their parents/guardians may ask to pet the animal.
- Minimum age: 18 years.
- Qualifications: Must already own a certified therapy dog or cat and provide proof of rabies vaccine and the certification from Alliance of Therapy Dogs or Pet Partners. Ability to perform assigned tasks in an independent, friendly, and professional manner.
- Availability: Varies, depending on location. Each shift will be about 1 hour and will be after school hours on weekdays or on Saturdays.
- Locations: Argyle, Regency, Main, and Mandarin
- Number of volunteers needed: 1-2 per location.
