🐾 Welcoming Lovely Lilo to Shenstone School! 🧡 I was at the secondary site of Shenstone School in Belvedere today, a fantastic SEN setting, to welcome the VERY lovely Lilo as their new Dog Mentor. It was wonderful to spend time with her owner Emma and handler Sarah, who make a brilliant team around her. It was a fantastic day — calm, warm and full of positive moments — and the perfect way to end the week in such a great school. Lilo is going to make a truly meaningful diffe

🐾 A Wonderful Return to Burley and Woodhead Primary! 🧡 I went back to Burley and Woodhead Primary School in Burley in Wharfedale today. They joined the programme in October 2024, and it was fantastic to return and train some new handlers for their wonderful Dog Mentors, Winnie and Florrie. Today’s handlers were Fiona and Gen, who both did brilliantly. It was also so lovely to catch up with the headteacher, Nina, and to see just how much the school has embraced and embedded

🐾 Ruby Begins Her Journey at Ashby C of E Primary! 🧡 I was at Ashby C of E Primary School in Ashby-de-la-Zouch today with their new Dog Mentor, Ruby. It was fantastic to spend the day with her owner Shelly and see just how beautifully Ruby is already settling into her role. It was a truly wonderful day — such a warm, welcoming school and a perfect environment for Ruby to make a real difference. She’s going to be a brilliant addition to the school community. 🧡 www.thedogmen

🐾 Harvey Shines at Central Primary School! 🧡 I was at Central Primary School in Watford today working with their Dog Mentor, Harvey. It was lovely to spend the day with his owner Sabrina, along with handlers Tracey and Kaylee, who are building a really supportive team around him. It was a truly lovely day, and Harvey was absolutely amazing — calm, connected and full of potential. He’s going to make such a positive impact across the school. 🧡 www.thedogmentor.co.uk #HarveyT

🐾 Back at Cherry Tree Primary With Bonnie! 🧡 Today I went back to Cherry Tree Primary in Watford, where Bonnie joined as their Dog Mentor in 2002 and has had an amazing impact ever since. Her owner is the headteacher, Cheska, and it’s always lovely to see the bond they share with the whole school community. I was back today to train some new handlers — Marie, Lorraine and Claire — and it was great to see their enthusiasm and commitment to continuing Bonnie’s brilliant work.

🐾 Chester Joins the Dog Mentor Team at Westlands and RADAR! 🧡 I was at Westlands School in Sittingbourne today to welcome their second Dog Mentor, Chester. It was great to spend the day with his owner Jade and handler Drew, and wonderful to be back at the school again. Chester will also be working at their Trust’s Alternative Provision, RADAR, where Jade’s other Dog Mentor already supports students — so he’s joining a fantastic, experienced team from day one. I had a really

🐾 Bingo Begins His Journey at Tuke School! 🧡 I was at Tuke School in London today to meet their very lovable Dog Mentor, Bingo, along with his owner Heidi, who is also the head teacher. It was a pleasure to spend the day in such a warm and welcoming SEN environment, where the connection between staff, students and Bingo was already so clear. It was a truly lovely day, and Bingo is going to bring so much comfort, joy and support to the school community. 🧡 www.thedogmentor.c

🎄 Chip Spreads Some Christmas Cheer at Kelsey Primary! 🧡 Today I was at Kelsey Primary School near Market Rasen in Lincolnshire with Chip, their lovely new Dog Mentor in training. It was great to work with his owner Katie in what was a really warm and welcoming school. We even managed to get a Christmas tree photo with Chip — the perfect festive touch for his first steps into the programme! He’s such a sweet dog, and he’s going to make a wonderful impact across the school.

🐾 Ollie the Dog Mentor at Goetre Primary! 🧡 Jenny Sleath has been on a school visit in Wales today, and she sent over a lovely update from her time at Goetre Primary School. She met their Dog Mentor, Ollie, along with his owner Bradleigh. Jenny said it was a great visit, and it was fantastic to see a school so “Ollie ready” — fully prepared, enthusiastic and clearly embracing everything their Dog Mentor brings to school life. I’m so pleased they had such a positive day, and

🌟 Millie Joins the Team at Creative Inclusion Learning Studio! 🧡 I was at Creative Inclusion Learning Studio in Sunderland today — an amazing alternative provision doing fantastic work with their students. Their new Dog Mentor is Millie, and it was wonderful to spend the day with her owner Joanne and handlers Linsay and Jess as we explored how Millie will support the setting. We were also joined by two students, Tia and Harry, who took part in the session brilliantly. It wa

🐾 Jenny’s First Solo Course in Cardiff — With Two New Dog Mentors! 🧡 Jenny Sleath had a fantastic time at St David’s Church in Wales Primary School in Cardiff today, delivering her very first solo Dog Mentor course — and it couldn’t have been at a more perfect school. They welcomed not one but two new Dog Mentors — Coco and Connie, with owner Mary and handlers Beccie and Tracy forming a wonderful team around them. Jenny said the school was so welcoming and supportive — a lo

🐾 Meet Mimi — Small in Size, Big in Heart! 🧡 I was at Maney Hill Primary School in Sutton Coldfield today to meet their new Dog Mentor — the very tiny and extremely cute Mimi. I was joined by her owner Chloe, and we had a lovely day in what is clearly a very caring and welcoming school. Even though Mimi is small, she has a huge amount to offer. Her gentle nature and calm presence will make a big impact across the school — proof that you don’t have to be big to make a big di

🌟 Nala Begins Her Journey at Stanton Vale School 🧡 I was at Stanton Vale School in Nottingham  today working with Nala , their wonderful Dog Mentor in training. It was a pleasure to meet her owner Beth , along with handlers Lisa, Lydia and Michelle , who are already forming a fantastic team around her. It was especially lovely to work in a SEN environment , and I could already see how Nala’s calm and gentle nature will make such a positive impact. She has so much potential

🐶 Otto Joins the Dog Mentor Family! 🧡 I was at Coates Primary School near Peterborough today with Otto, their wonderful Dog Mentor in training. It was a truly lovely school, and great to work with his owner Charlie and handlers Lindsey and Jennifer, who are already building a strong and supportive team around him. Otto was absolutely amazing — and as you’ll see in the photos, he was super happy to be joining our Dog Mentor family! Moments like today remind me just how speci

🐾 Rocket & Lucy Visit Voyage Care in Strood 🧡 I visited Voyage Care in Strood again today to spend time with the residents — and this time I brought both Rocket and Lucy with me. It was truly special to see how each of them connected differently with the residents, bringing comfort, smiles and moments of calm in their own unique ways. The interactions were varied, meaningful and heartwarming — a wonderful reminder of the power of animal-assisted support across all ages. 🧡

🚐 Baxter Tries Out the Dog Mentor Van! 🐾 I was at Lickey Hills Primary School in Birmingham today with Baxter, their lovely Dog Mentor in training. It was great to meet his owner Dave and spend time exploring how Baxter will begin his journey supporting the pupils across the school. The highlight of the day had to be Baxter hopping into the Dog Mentor van for the first time — he looked right at home and ready for adventures ahead! 🧡 www.thedogmentor.co.uk #BaxterTheDogMent

🐾 St Thomas Aquinas Welcomes Kobe! 🐾 I was at St Thomas Aquinas School in Birmingham today with Kobe, their wonderful new Dog Mentor. It was a pleasure to spend the day with his owner Moira, along with handlers Sonya and Louise — such a supportive and caring team already forming around Kobe. I was also joined by Natalie Carry, and as always, her many years of experience in education brought valuable insight that helped us shape the next steps for Kobe’s role in school. It’s

🐾 Koda at Llanishen High School! 🐾 Today I was at Llanishen High School near Cardiff to spend time with their brilliant Dog Mentor, Koda 🐶🧡 Koda is supported by his owner Nick, and it was great to run through some of the programme principles with Ellen as well. There’s a real enthusiasm at the school to give Koda the best opportunities to thrive — and he’s already showing just how suited he is to the role. I was joined once again by Jenny Sleath, whose insights and suppor

🐾 Pepper Joins Varna Community Primary School!  🐾 Today I had the pleasure of visiting Varna Community Primary School in Manchester  to welcome their lovely new Dog Mentor, Pepper  🐶🧡 Pepper is supported by her wonderful owner Karen  and fantastic handlers Sam  and Jackie , and she was absolutely brilliant throughout the day — calm, friendly, and already making lovely connections with everyone she met. It was such a great day in a truly welcoming school — well done, Peppe

🐾 Maisie Joins Outwood Academy City! 🐾 Today was my second day at Outwood Academy City in Sheffield, and it was another day full of wonderful memories 🧡 This time I had the pleasure of welcoming Maisie, the school’s second Dog Mentor, along with her lovely owner Emily and fantastic handlers Carl and Tracy. Maisie was an absolute star — she reminded me so much of my own dog, Rocket, with that same gentle energy and curious nature. 🐶✨ It’s been a fantastic couple of days in