Meet the Campus Comfort Dogs

Comfort Dogs

Comfort dogs are a beneficial support for students and staff, and facilitate healthy environments for learning and socialization. Comfort dogs on campus help students manage stress, process mental health concerns, and boost academic engagement. Other benefits include, but are not limited to:

  • lowers anxiety and anxious breathing

  • elevates a positive mood and / or energy

  • encourages greater use of language and social interaction

  • serves as a motivational tool and / or behavior incentive

  • builds rapport, relationships, and makes connections for students

All Celina ISD Comfort Dogs undergo health checks, maintain regular vaccines, and serve an educational purpose on campus. Employee responsible for the dog is required to maintain proper care, feeding, and handling of the animal. The principal or principal's designee will obtain written parental consent before any student is permitted to assist in caring for the animal.