We are certified by READ (Reading Education Assistance Dogs) run by Intermountain Therapy Animals. The relaxed, nonjudgmental atmosphere created by the dog’s presence often enables a child to improve reading skills and gain confidence. For additional questions, please call 50 or email org.įor children with reading difficulties, we provide trained Pet Outreach dogs in libraries and other settings for the kids to read to. To learn more about Pet Outreach and for a copy of the application packet, click here. The special connection between animals and people is rich in teaching moments and unique stories from our Pet Outreach volunteers. Their presence brings joy to children in hospital rooms and people in nursing homes. These dogs are selected and certified for their calm behavior and loving nature. Every week more than 40 Pet Outreach volunteers and their dogs visit hospitals, nursing homes, and retirement communities. Pet Outreach Dogs: A Unique Teaching Opportunity. For information about scheduling a non-classroom tour, click here. To find out more or to schedule a talk, call 505.983.4309 x1139. Whether your organization is a fellow non-profit, a fraternal organization, a church group, or something else entirely, we’re always happy to come and give a talk on the Santa Fe Animal Shelter or on any animal issue. In 30-45 minutes, the students will see the lessons of the classroom presentation come to life. This is a perfect follow-up to the basic presentation. At the conclusion of a project, the Shelter presents a class certificate and a special thank you from the animals. The Shelter has also supported poster and art projects that are displayed in schools or at the Shelter. Many classrooms have focused their class projects on collecting and donating towels, blankets and food to the Shelter. One-hour basic presentation, including an overview of the Shelter, animal overpopulation, pet care, the adoption process, and an interactive exercise demonstrating how the needs of people are similar to those of our four-legged friends. The “Shelter/Animal Care 101” presentation followed by a tour is a great combination, but if you only have time for one – no problem! These programs are available individually or in combination, depending on your objectives and time available. My kids were able to address their own thinking, ideas and beliefs and question in a safe environment with truly caring people! That is true learning.” –Laurie Hansen, Capshaw Middle School Classroom Presentations My kids’ responses, discussions and reflections on your presentation clearly indicated that you were able to touch the minds and the hearts of my students. “Your ability to present the facts to my classes with discernment for the age and tone of the class was truly remarkable. The visit was a huge success, and we look forward to having them back to meet with other classes.” –Sarah Heartt, Salazar Elementary
Tom rounded out the visit with an interactive lesson on pet care perfectly calibrated to the experience-level and conceptual abilities of our young participants. Schubert moved around giving each student time to sink his or her hands into his fur. Even the children afraid of dogs were eager to pet him. (If a dog answers, don’t hang up.) You can also email Tom at students were completely taken in by Schubert. Want to schedule a presentation or a Shelter tour for your group? Call Humane Education Coordinator Tom Alexander at 505.988.8980. By teaching children compassionate behavior toward all living creatures from an early age, they can become positive role models in their homes, schools, and communities! We offer a variety of options strictly geared to teacher schedules and, in some cases, specific teaching objectives. Over the years, humane education volunteers from the Santa Fe Animal Shelter have visited most Santa Fe schools and presented to more than one thousand students in pre-, elementary, middle and high schools.
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