The Impact of Therapy Dogs on School Climate: A Scoping Review

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Brianna Michaud-Nolan, University of New EnglandFollow
Samantha Kraus, University of New EnglandFollow
Jennie Dapice, University of New EnglandFollow

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Description

The Department Of Education defines school climate as a “broad, multifaceted concept that involves many aspects of the student experience”. School climate impacts educational outcomes, and a positive school climate can translate to a safe, supportive learning environment. School therapy dogs are becoming more common due to their positive impact on student and educator mental health. This poster describes a scoping review of the literature to determine the impact of therapy dogs on school climate. A summary of the relevant literature will be completed, as well as an exploration of school climate initiatives and identification of how therapy dogs may fit into the school climate discussion.

Publication Date

Spring 4-30-2025

Disciplines

Animal-Assisted Therapy | Early Childhood Education | Education Policy | Interprofessional Education | Occupational Therapy | Public Policy

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© 2025 The Authors

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Brianna Michaud-Nolan. MSOT Student

Samantha Kraus, MPH Student

Jennie Dapice, Assistant Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy

Preferred Citation

Michaud-Nolan, Brianna; Kraus, Samantha; and Dapice, Jennie, "The Impact of Therapy Dogs on School Climate: A Scoping Review" (2025). CAIEP Spring Showcase 2025. 8.
https://dune.une.edu/caiepspring2025/8