Meet the new dogs of Algonquin College’s Dog Squad!

Posted on Wednesday, January 22nd, 2020

OTTAWA — Algonquin College is proud to introduce 11 new dogs to its popular therapy dog program, the Dog Squad. This brings the Squad to 18 dogs in total, from Ricky, a majestic Alaskan Husky, to tiny Leo, a loveable Yorkshire Terrier.

The dogs will be introduced at a special ceremony, where they and their owners — all Algonquin College employees — will receive a certificate and officially become full-fledged members of the Dog Squad. All dog/employee teams were assessed by animal behaviour experts and received training from canine expert Jane Madigan, a consultant with the Algonquin College Animal Health Care Advisory Committee who has trained hundreds of dogs around the world.

The Squad began in January 2019 with just seven dogs, but popular demand led to the expansion of the program, which raises awareness about mental health initiatives at the Perth, Pembroke and Ottawa campuses.

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Dog Squad Celebration and Graduation

Date: Monday, Jan. 27, 2020
Time: 2-3 p.m.
Location: Student Commons, Ottawa Campus, 1385 Woodroffe Ave. More information: algonquincollege.com/dogsquad

Please RSVP to:
Ruth Dunley
Communications Manager
Algonquin College
Office: 613-727-4723 ext. 6452
Mobile: 613-406-0970
dunleyr@algonquincollege.com


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