Supporting schools, developing successful school dog programmes and making a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.

Helping Young People Thrive Through the Power of the Human–Animal Bond

At School Dogs UK, we believe in the extraordinary power of the human–animal bond and the positive difference it can make to children's and young people's emotional, social and overall wellbeing. We believe that meaningful connections with dogs can open doors to learning, build confidence, nurture relationships and create opportunities for children and young people to feel understood, supported and valued. With over 15 years at the forefront of animal-assisted interventions in the UK, we are passionate about helping schools and professionals harness this potential through safe, purposeful and sustainable practice. Our work goes far beyond simply bringing dogs into schools. We help schools establish successful school dog programmes, deliver tailored educational and wellbeing interventions through our trained practitioners, and support individuals who want to develop their own professional practice. At the heart of everything we do is a shared purpose: making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people, while always respecting the welfare of the dogs who make this work possible.