Our School dog: Pickles

Pickles is a Working Cocker Spaniel. He is Mrs Bishop's family dog and now our school dog as well.

 He was born in Kirby Wharfe, near to Tadcaster and comes from a family of working dogs. 

Pickles will be in school most days with Mrs Bishop. He lives in the school office and has a cosy den and bed with lots of toys. 

Pickles is now being trained as a PAWS Therapy Dog. This will enable him to be used as an assistance dog to support children who are dysregulated, need support or just a bit of comfort and love from a very loving animal. 

For more information, visit: PAWS online

• Ofsted inspectors have specifically praised schools for their successful use of therapy dogs.
• Reports have highlighted how dogs can be a therapeutic tool, helping students who are anxious before exams, or who have difficulty with social interaction.
• The beneficial impact of school dogs on pupil well-being and confidence is recognized and documented in inspection report.