School Support Dog

It’s been a month between training sessions but once again Remi impressed Trainer Kelly with her focus and obedience.  This week Remi practised the “stay” command and was able to sustain this for a lengthy period of time even when the trainer was out of sight.  Remi also practised sitting and waiting at a door before entering the room on command.  She certainly earned her dehydrated dog bone at the end of the session!

Remi has also been hard at work at school reading with students, providing emotional support and just being present in some classrooms.  Here’s what the students have to say about Remi at school:

“Remi is cute and she’s soft.  She makes me feel happy.” (Patrick Year 5) 

“When Remi is in our class everyone is quiet and calm and then I can get my work done” (Flynn Year 3) 

“Remi is a lovable dog who makes me feel safe and happy at school.” (Henry Year 5) 

“Remi is really pretty and all my friends love her.” (Freya, Year 4) 

“It makes everyone feel connected because we can all be her friend.” (Year 4) 

“Some people find it hard to work like if they have ADHD and she helps them to do their work>” (Adelaide Year 3) 

“It’s fun having a dog at school.  I can see she can pay attention and I think if she can do it then I can do it.” (Amelia, year 4) 

“Remi makes me feel happy.” (Ellie Year 2) 

“Remi makes everyone quiet and calm and she sleeps on the carpet in our room.” (Ezrah, Year 2) 

“I like Remi coming to school because she likes cuddles” (Finley, Year 2) 

“Every Monday Remi listens to me read.” (Will, Year 3)