About Us
Therapy Dog Service
Education
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About Us
- Paws Fur Therapy was founded by Lauryn Heaney, who brings her expertise with a BSc in Psychology and an MSc in Animal Behaviour and Welfare to every session. Our focus is to enhance well-being and offer education through customised therapy dog services. Whether it’s bringing joy, reducing stress and anxiety, offering support, or encouraging learning, we tailor our sessions to meet the unique needs of each school or organisation we work with.
- We also offer our Safe Paws Program, which teaches dog safety and awards participants a Safe Paws Certificate.
- Our commitment to quality and safety is reflected in our NSCTO certification, ensuring that both our handlers and dogs meet the highest standards.
- At Paws Fur Therapy, we're dedicated to partnering with you to create meaningful, lasting positive change.
Therapy Dog Service
- At Paws Fur Therapy, we pride ourselves on offering personalised therapy dog services to the unique needs of individuals and organisations. We work closely with you to design therapy sessions that address your specific goals and needs, ensuring a meaningful and lasting effect.
- 1:1 Sessions: For personalised and focused support.
- Group Sessions: For shared experiences among participants.
- We offer sessions in the morning, afternoon, and after school.
- Engaging Incentives: To enhance the experience, we provide additional resources like colouring activities, worksheets, and reading materials.
- Our goal is to ensure that every interaction with our therapy dogs is both impactful and enjoyable, helping you achieve your well-being and educational objectives.
Education
- Our educational offerings are designed to promote safety, knowledge, and engagement through hands-on learning experiences with our therapy dogs.
- Safe Paws Program: We provide dog safety workshops that teach participants how to safely interact with dogs.
Upon completion, each participant receives a Safe Paws Certificate.
- Interactive Learning: Our workshops are packed with engaging activities, including stickers, worksheets, quizzes, and competitions.
- Flexible Scheduling: We offer workshops in both the morning and afternoon, allowing you to choose a time that best fits your schedule.
- Career Seminars: We also conduct career seminars for those interested in exploring careers related to animal welfare, behaviour, and therapy.
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FAQ
Who are Paws Fur Therapy?
Paws Fur Therapy was founded by Lauryn who has a degree in Psychology and a MSc in Animal Behaviour & Welfare. Noticing a gap in the availability, consistency and reliability of therapy dog services, Lauryn aimed to address these issues and provide a more personal approach. We deliver certified therapy dog services and also focus on educating about dog safety and careers in animal care.
How do tailored sessions meet specific needs?
We begin by consulting closely with you and understanding your goals and specific needs. Based on this, we customise interaction plans and activities.
Do we offer sessions for special educational needs and disabilities?
Yes, our services suits all! Our dogs can provide sensory support, encourage social interaction and reduce anxiety.
How do I schedule a session?
You can contact us directly via email or phone call.
What safety measures are in place?
Our dogs are carefully selected and trained and all interactions are conducted with a certified handler. Handlers are DBS checked, fully insured and SIA licensed.
Contact Us
Phone: 07712277382
WhatsApp: 07712277382
Email: pawsfurtherapy@yahoo.com
Facebook: Paws Fur Therapy
Instagram: Paws_fur_therapy
