Barbara Vokatis joins us to share the story of how her therapy dog, Carmel the Goldendoodle, has had a profound impact on children's learning and wellbeing. Barbara discusses her journey into dog therapy, the unique benefits dogs provide in educational settings, challenges faced in integrating therapy dogs, and advice for teachers interested in trying this method. Barbara also opens up about writing books on her experiences and what she's learned about the human-animal bond through this meaningful work. Tune in for a heartwarming conversation about the power of pups!