According to the Humane Society of Missouri, which has a similar program called the Shelter Buddies Reading Program, dogs in the program were adopted out an average of eight days ...

The Dog Ears Reading Program has evolved since it first began years ago, and we are incredibly proud of how it has grown — and of the impact it continues to have on both our dogs and our young readers ...

STERLING HEIGHTS — Oliver is a good listener. He keeps still and doesn’t interrupt, but he might lick your hand.

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A unique literacy initiative is coming to Staten Island’s PS 44, where students will soon be able to improve their reading skills by reading to anxious dogs over the phone. The ...

First-graders at The Lovett School are reading to therapy dogs as part of the Sit Stay Read program. Therapy dogs provide a calm, non-judgmental environment that helps reduce stress and anxiety.