Stokeshire proudly collaborates with Veterans by extending scholarships for acquiring puppies, facilitating their journey towards becoming Psychiatric Service Dog Teams. Through these scholarships, recipients gain the opportunity to apply for assistance in purchasing their puppy which can then go onto Patriot K9s of Wisconsin in the endeavor to form these crucial teams.
Read MoreAn autism therapy dog is more than a pet - it's a source of comfort and stability for families living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Discover why having one is such a bright idea!
At times it is heartbreaking. Then you have those rewarding moments, the ones that change your life and you hope, the lives of these kids, like what happened with Eli.
Read MoreMy name is Griffin Penry. I am thirteen years old and from central Wisconsin. My whole family will undoubtedly benefit from having a furry friend in so many ways. However, I am specifically writing this (with some help from mom and dad) on behalf of my brother, Eli.
Read MoreMy main goal in life is that, with God's guidance and faith, I will raise both boys to be happy, honest, and respectful human beings.
Read MoreI asked my students how they felt about the possibility of having a therapy dog at school and my students who suffer from anxiety had so much to say. One student said, “I had to work really hard to get to school because I had so much anxiety. I overcame it by talking with my teacher and making friends. If I knew there was going to be a friendly dog at school, it would be easier to feel comfortable and help me forget about being anxious.” Another said, “The only thing that used to make me get out of my bed during my serious depression was knowing that I had to let my dog out. My dog was really the only reason I could get up.”
Read MoreThis is Kate’s Story: Learn about how a dog helped her conquer her ADD by brining structure, routine, purpose, and confidence!
ADD - Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder is the term commonly used to describe symptoms of inattention, distractibility, and poor working memory. Dogs help create consistency and make it easier for you to establish your goals and decipher what you need to do each day. It can also make it easier to schedule out the time needed to get each item on your priorities list done. One symptom of ADD/ADHD is difficulty with staying organized and planning ahead.
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