K-9 Caring Angels
Caring Angels Therapy Dogs
Dear Stonewall Families
We are very excited to be partnering with K-9 Caring Angels to bring a therapy dog to Stonewall Middle School to support staff and students. Therapy dogs through K-9 Caring Angels must undergo training and pass a therapy dog certification test that is renewed annually. Therapy dogs must have regular veterinarian checkups, be current on all immunizations, and maintain insurance.
Therapy dogs are trained to provide comfort and affection to people in schools and a variety of settings. Research has demonstrated several potential benefits of therapy dogs which include: having a calming effect and reducing blood pressure, improving self-esteem, decreasing anxiety and improving mood, stimulating memory and helping students feel more at ease when at school.