Date Presented 4/21/2018

This mixed methods study examined the effect of animal-assisted activities with a therapy dog on the behaviors of students in a behavioral classroom and perceptions of student and staff. Occupational therapy practitioners can use the findings to inform school-based practice.

Primary Author and Speaker: Lou Jensen

Additional Authors and Speakers: Amanda Verbrugge, Maxine Holmes, Emily Turner, Candice Palea, Tayte Koussa

Contributing Authors: Brenda Coppard, Yongyue Qi