Capitol briefs: Senate passes dog-training bill - Richmond Times Dispatch

Capitol briefs: Senate passes dog-training bill Richmond Times Dispatch A bill to let school districts open before Labor Day weekend without a waiver from the Virginia Board of Education is scheduled for a final vote in the House of Delegates today. House Bill 1063 has the backing of Gov. Bob McDonnell but a Senate ... and more »

Grace the dog helps 'reluctant readers' at Antingham and Southrepps Primary School - Norfolk Eastern Daily Press

Grace the dog helps 'reluctant readers' at Antingham and Southrepps Primary School Norfolk Eastern Daily Press Pupils at Antingham and Southrepps Primary School are being helped to read by stroking a dog. Lewis McCrohon (9) pictured with Grace. PHOTO: ANTONY KELLY by Alex Hurrell , Reporter Thursday, February 2, 2012 A wet nose and waggy tail set one 'staff' ...

KES's new book buddy - Seacoastonline.com

KES's new book buddy Seacoastonline.com To become a certified therapy dog, Darwin completed classes in basic obedience at the Animal Welfare Society in West Kennebunk, the shelter from where he was rescued. After that, he and Trudy completed and passed the AKC Good Citizen Training, ... and more »

“Little Orphan Annie” plays Feb. 2-4 at the Timber Creek High - East Orlando Sun

“Little Orphan Annie” plays Feb. 2-4 at the Timber Creek High East Orlando Sun For more information visit http://gallery.cah.ucf.edu/ Orange County Animal Services offers free dog training classes at their office located at 2769 Conroy Road in Orlando. The classes are taught by a certified trainer from Think Alpha Dog training ...

Learning about people with disabilities - Hattiesburg American

Learning about people with disabilities Hattiesburg American Photos by Ryan Moore | Hattiesburg American Gallant Hearts Guide Dog Center Founder and Executive Director, Rebecca Floyd, left, demonstrates a command as fourth-grader Ashlyn Daniels pets Lucy. Fourth-graders at Oak Grove Upper Elementary School ... and more »