Helping young people feel connected, calm, and ready to learn.
Working with you to equip young people with the skills and tools that foster inner certainty to confidently navigate the world
When students connect with our therapy dog teams, they build self-esteem, emotional regulation, resilience, motivation, and social-emotional awareness.
Canine Comprehension offers flexible, incursions for schools, libraries, and communities. Our work is evidence-based and impact-led. We measure what changes, so the outcomes are real, not just assumed.
Learn more about our programs and offerings. Plus, discover how we make a difference.
Why use dog-assisted learning programs?
Positive Feedback from Students
Improvement in Emotional Regulation
Increase in Student Engagement
See us in action on Channel 10 News!
We were honoured to host the Minister for Education at Jacana School, where our mentor Mini and therapy dog Victor showcased our wellbeing programs in action.
Watch the segment to see how we help students build confidence, ease anxiety, and thrive at school.
We love our dogs, and you will too!
Our therapy dogs are carefully selected, well-trained, and regularly assessed, so they’re safe, calm, and reliable. They bring fun and connection to each session, helping students feel at ease, build social skills, and strengthen wellbeing.
We care for young people and their communities.
Our team (humans and dogs alike) has H.E.A.R.T.
Discover more about us and our values.
What people are saying about our work…
I wanted to acknowledge a very special person who has facilitated our Canine Comprehension program this Term.
We have been so lucky to have Leesa and Lollipop attend our school. The impact they have had on our students has been truly immeasurable, with Tuesdays quickly becoming their favourite day of the week.
During their final session, Leesa received gifts of gratitude from students and their parents, as well as tears from some of our students as they said goodbye. It was a beautiful reflection of the meaningful connection she has built with our students and the positive impact she has had on them.
We are incredibly grateful to Leesa for her time, dedication, kindness and for sharing Lollipop with us. They have certainly left a lasting impression on our school community and will be very dearly missed.
Thank you!
We were so lucky to have Cooper and Sam come weekly to our school and help the children embrace changes in their life and use the zones of regulation with the support of Cooper. WE LOVED IT!
Canine comprehension was such a brilliant program for our students they thrived on having Cooper during the day at school as it made something to look forward to if they were having a bad morning. Samantha was brilliant !!!!! She was such a great educator and really made a point of getting to know the children which made such a beautiful impact
Learn more about our
animal-assisted education programs
From flexible options to regular weekly visits for the term or year, our programs match your needs to provide impact for students—at school and beyond. We are committed to evidence-based practices, continuous improvement, transparency (schools receive progress notes and impact reports), and the highest level of ethical practice for our therapy dogs and the people we work with.
Our programs focus on three key areas: emotional wellbeing, social skills development and academic support.
Discover the ways our experienced therapy dog teams can make a difference.
Partner Schools & Organisations
Awards
Our Affiliations
International Association of Human-Animal Interaction Organizations (IAHAIO)
We are thrilled to be full members of the International Association of Human-Animal Interaction Organizations. This esteemed affiliation underscores our commitment to advancing the field of animal-assisted learning. Through IAHAIO, we actively engage in global discussions and research, contributing to the development of ethical and effective practices that enhance the well-being of both animals and humans.
Australian Animal Therapies Ltd (ATL)
As proud members of Australian Animal Therapies Ltd, we play a vital role in promoting the understanding and acceptance of animal-assisted services. Our collaboration with ATL allows us to advocate for ethical standards and support the growth of this young sector. Together, we strive to ensure that those in need can access the benefits of animal-assisted therapy, fostering a more inclusive and supportive community.
Aussie Dog Friendly Business Directory
The Aussie Dog Friendly Business Directory is a niche market business directory that is consolidating ‘ALL-THINGS-DOGS’ across Australia, making it easy for dog owners to connect with dog friendly businesses and dog friendly activities.
