Paws & Restore – Student Wellbeing Program

A Gentle Space for Emotional Reset and Regulation

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Program Overview

• Group size: Up to 4 students

• Session format: Two 30-minute sessions (60 minutes total)

• Student cohort: Students may rotate weekly

• Setting: Delivered onsite at your school

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What the Program Involves

Students may choose to:

• Spend quiet time with the therapy dogs

• Learn and practice mindfulness or breathing exercises

• Teach the dogs simple tricks

• Walk the dogs on school grounds

• Engage in gentle conversation or reflection

• Practice relaxation and grounding strategies

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There is no pressure to talk or participate in a set way — students are supported to engage at their own pace.

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Therapeutic Benefits

• Supports emotional regulation and nervous system calming

• Reduces stress, anxiety, and emotional overload

• Encourages self-soothing and grounding

• Builds emotional safety and trust

• Ideal for students experiencing overwhelm or burnout

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Ideal For

• Students experiencing anxiety or distress

• Children needing emotional regulation breaks

• Neurodivergent students

• Students at risk of emotional overload or disengagement

• Wellbeing and inclusion support programs

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Why Schools Choose Paws & Restore

• Flexible, student-centred approach

• Trauma-informed and inclusive

• Complements existing wellbeing frameworks

• Delivered by a qualified counsellor with certified therapy dogs

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Enquire About Paws & Restore

Support student wellbeing with a calm, therapeutic reset space.
Contact Talk With Tails to discuss how Paws & Restore can support your students.