Daily Routines
Creating Healthy Routines with Your Dog Looking after a dog is a big responsibility – and also a wonderful opportunity for children to learn about care, empathy, and routines. The Kids Around Dogs Dog Care Contract is a simple and fun way for families to keep track of their dog’s daily needs together. The chart […]
Read MoreMaking Daily Routines Easier with Visual Support
Use Picture Cards to Structure Your Day For many children, everyday routines can feel overwhelming. Getting ready for school in the morning or winding down after a busy day often includes several steps that are easy to forget. Picture cards can be a wonderful support tool that helps children see what’s coming, carry out tasks […]
Read MoreSnuffle mats
Snuffle Mats – Simple Enrichment with Big Benefits A snuffle mat may look like a bunch of fabric strips tied to a base-but for a dog, it’s an exciting treasure map. You hide small treats or pieces of dry food in the mat, and the dog uses its nose and brain to sniff them out. […]
Read MoreGAME – ABC tennis balls
ABC Tennis Ball Games Where Learning Meets Play (and Dogs!) We love discovering playful ways to combine learning, movement, and dogs – and one of our absolute favorite tools is incredibly simple: tennis balls marked with letters! These ABC balls open up a world of fun and flexible language games. The goal is to make […]
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