Paws and Respect - Dog Safety for Kids Workshop.
As a Kids Around Dogs approved professional, I believe in creating a world where children and dogs can coexist safely and respectfully.
The Paws and Respect workshop is designed to teach children the importance of respecting dogs and understanding their behaviour.
The Mission
My goal is not just about safety around dogs but fostering a deep respect for them. By understanding dogs and listening to their needs, we can prevent dog-related injuries and create a more harmonious environment for both children and dogs. While we can't entirely stop dog bites, we can significantly reduce the risk through education and awareness.
Who Are the Talks For?
The workshops are tailored for Key Stage 1 (including Reception) and Key Stage 2 children.
Why This Age Range?
Broad Reach: Covering Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 allows us to reach a large number of children, including those in the second highest age group for dog-related injuries.
Flexible Learning Environment: This period is free from the pressures of GCSEs and career planning, making schools more open to presenting diverse learning topics.
Parental Involvement: During these stages, parents are more involved in their children's education, giving us a chance to engage with the entire family.
Developmental Readiness: Studies show that children from age 4 can understand emotions and opinions, which can be applied to interactions with dogs.
What Will the Children Learn?
The KAD Program is designed with age-appropriate learning activities, including games and stories that actively involve children.
Here's what they will learn:
CANINE BODY LANGUAGE
Understand how dogs communicate and recognise positive and negative changes
RESPECTFUL INTERACTION
Learning how to approach dogs respectfully or deciding if they should approach them at all.
MUTUAL BENEFITS
Recognise the ways dogs contribute to our lives and how we can care for them.
Workshop Structure
The workshops will be delivered twice per academic year. The first is ideally during Autumn Term (Sept/Oct) ad the second during the Summer Term (May/June) which will include a visit from a dog.
Why Choose to Book Bobbi?
Highly qualified: possessing certifications from reputable, ethical, and science-based institutions, including a degree in Education and masters in Animal behaviour and training.
Experienced: A background in training dogs, alongside working as a tutor and coach for children.
Passionate: A genuine passion for working with children and dogs.
Thoroughly vetted: Undergone rigorous assessments, including a clean DBS check and evaluation of her understanding of canine body language.
Get involved
Book the Paws and Respect workshop for kids and help us create a safer, more respectful environment for children and dogs.
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