The University of British Columbia
Building Academic Retention Through K9s (B.A.R.K.) is a research-driven program at the University of British Columbia Okanagan that fosters the emotional well-being of university students through therapy dogs. B.A.R.K. programming consists of intervention studies and community drop-in services, aiming to support students with homesickness, social isolation, and integration into university life. The organization has been featured in prominent publications and has contributed to research on animal-assisted therapy. B.A.R.K. relies on volunteers and partners with the community to strengthen its impact. By leveraging the therapeutic benefits of therapy dogs, B.A.R.K. promotes student wellbeing and campus inclusivity.
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The University of British Columbia provides activities for these age groups:
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Children
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Teens
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This page was last updated December 31, 2024
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