Faculty Wellness & Staff Support at Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School
Teachers and staff are the backbone of any school, and their mental health matters just as much as that of the students. We spent dedicated time in the faculty offices at Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School, providing Puppy Therapy™ specifically for the hardworking staff. These brief “puppy breaks” offered teachers a much-needed moment of joy […]
Student-Athlete Recovery & Rehab at Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School
Recovery is just as important as the game itself. At Bishop McGuinness, we utilized Puppy Therapy™ as a strategic tool for student-athletes undergoing sports rehabilitation in the training room. The presence of our puppies helps lower heart rates and provides a positive mental distraction during physically challenging rehab sessions. This “rest and digest” state is […]
Puppy Therapy™ in the Classroom: Enhancing the Learning Environment at Bishop McGuinness
We took our Puppy Therapy™ sessions directly into the classrooms at Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School to demonstrate the power of “calm presence” in a learning environment. By integrating our puppies into the classroom setting, we helped reduce academic anxiety and fostered a sense of focus and community among students. Seeing the immediate drop in […]
Student Mental Health Day at Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School – Kernersville, NC
Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School prioritized student well-being by hosting a dedicated Mental Health Awareness Day. We were honored to participate by providing a high-impact Puppy Therapy™ environment. Our Australian Labradoodles served as a “judgment-free” social bridge, allowing students to decompress, laugh, and lower cortisol levels during a busy school week. It was a beautiful […]