Read2Dogs - Pets As Therapy

Here at Meadowside we are extremely lucky to be part of 'Read2Dogs' 

"Most adults are apprehensive about speaking in public. It is very daunting. Young people are no different. Research shows that young people can become nervous and stressed when reading to others in a group. However, when a PAT Dog enters the group, they often become less stressed, less self-conscious and more confident as the dogs are non-judgemental. Before long the young people are starting to look forward to the reading experience as they are going to read to their new friend, the PAT Dog. PAT Dogs provide comfort, encourage positive social behaviours, enhance self-esteem, motivate speech and inspire young people to have fun." 

Meet Alfie, our PAT dog, he loves reading with the children, take a look...