A Barking Good Time!
During the April school holidays, our libraries each held “Pet” themed holiday activities!
Engadine Library was lucky enough to play host to a beautiful young blonde – “India” the Assistance Dog! India and her trainer Dori are local residents and library regulars who made a special visit during our school holiday activity to meet the children. India entertained the rapt audience with a few of her many tricks, including shaking hands, picking up keys, rolling over and playing dead, and giving her trainer a hug! She can even “read” a book, turning the pages one at a time. Trainer Dori also spoke to the children about her work with Assistance Dogs Australia.
Assistance Dogs Australia (ADA) is a non-profit organisation that trains Labradors and Golden Retrievers to assist people with physical disabilities. Highly trained dogs like India allow them a much greater level of independence. Dori and India are involved with the southern chapter of ADA, which is based locally at Heathcote.
The 40 children in attendance had a great time and loved watching India’s tricks. Many left cuddling their very own plush assistance dog puppies, which they purchased from Dori to support Assistance Dogs Australia.
Engadine Library was lucky enough to play host to a beautiful young blonde – “India” the Assistance Dog! India and her trainer Dori are local residents and library regulars who made a special visit during our school holiday activity to meet the children. India entertained the rapt audience with a few of her many tricks, including shaking hands, picking up keys, rolling over and playing dead, and giving her trainer a hug! She can even “read” a book, turning the pages one at a time. Trainer Dori also spoke to the children about her work with Assistance Dogs Australia.
Assistance Dogs Australia (ADA) is a non-profit organisation that trains Labradors and Golden Retrievers to assist people with physical disabilities. Highly trained dogs like India allow them a much greater level of independence. Dori and India are involved with the southern chapter of ADA, which is based locally at Heathcote.
The 40 children in attendance had a great time and loved watching India’s tricks. Many left cuddling their very own plush assistance dog puppies, which they purchased from Dori to support Assistance Dogs Australia.
