Landon Middle School’s new therapy dog improves students’ mental health

TOPEKA, Kan. – Landon Middle School has welcomed a new member for the 2023-24 school year — New therapy dog, Benji.

Benji is a three-year-old Golden Doodle and is the family dog of Landon’s principal, Katherine Cooney.

“The students really enjoy him,” Cooney said. “I have seen certain students gravitate towards him. I’ve had teachers come request him so students can pet him.”

Source: wibw.com

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