Lessons learned from rescued dogs

With the help of rescued dogs and their inspiring stories of second chances, we teach children and now adults the importance of kindness, empathy, respect, and making positive choices.

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The programs

Serving schools, healthcare, corporate offices and justice centers

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Healing Species Youth

Healing Species offers a heartwarming 8-14 lesson journey that brings the magic of rescue dogs into the classroom. This curriculum aligns with SEL and Health standards, empowering youth K-!2 to grow through:

Self-Management
Social Awareness
Kind Relationships
Mindful Decisions

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Our fun 45-minute school assembly brings three amazing rescue dogs to your classroom to teach kindness, respect, and how to be a good friend.

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Black and white photography of a group of joyful children petting a dog. The atmosphere is warm and heartwarming, capturing a moment of gentle interaction.

Black and white photography of a uniformed person petting a calm dog on a leash. The scene highlights a gentle, professional bond in an outdoor setting.

Healing Species Juvenile Justice

Empowering youth in the justice system through the transformative power of rescued dogs. By connecting with animals who have overcome their own hardships, these young people learn to manage anger, build resilience, and discover new ways to move past obstacles.

Tails of Character

There's something about learning from a dog that lowers people's guard and opens up real conversation, especially around burnout, communication, and how we show up for each other under stress.