Canine Acts of Kindness for Children in Newtown, CT

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December 14^th is the anniversary of the tragedy at the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT. K-9 Disaster Relief, a non-profit humanitarian organization, visits Newtown on each anniversary to help children, teachers, parents, clergy and caregivers.

 According Frank Shane, organization founder and featured in the book 9/11: Stories of Courage, Heroism and Generosity, “A dog can help ease the pain and heartbreak during times of unfathomable grief.” He first came to offer services at St. Rose of Lima Church on 12/14 with his canine partner Chance, who provided much needed love and affection. Shane said, ”Dogs give hope and unconditional love when there are no words.” K-9 Disaster Relief and Shane provided Canine Disaster Relief Services on World Trade Center Ground Zero for ten months.

 

12/14 is a day filled with quiet moments and reflection. K-9 Disaster Relief, through its “K-9 for Kids” community outreach program, connects with Newtown children, teachers, parents, clergy and caregivers with an act of kindness by providing canine emotional support. Shane explained, “Dogs are able to communicate through their special innate abilities.” He explained, “These caring beings provide trust and form a lasting human-animal-bond.” K-9 Disaster Relief is the only organization teaching courses in Canine Disaster Relief Services. They hope to offer one in the Newtown, CT area. According to Shane, “we need more individuals and their canine partners to be trained in these types of humanitarian services.”

 

 

About the K-9 Disaster Relief Organization:
 A humanitarian organization to help traumatized victims and children of disasters and critical incidents through Canine Disaster Relief Services. In addition to providing courses, community outreach, workshops and speaking appearances, the organization is collaborating with the National September 11 Memorial Museum through its innovative programs designed for children, parents and caregivers.

About Frank T. Shane: A pioneer in the field of Canine Disaster Relief Services. He is the founder of K-9 Disaster Relief, a non-profit humanitarian organization. A board certified trauma specialist and Diplomat and Fellow of the Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress, he teaches courses nationally in Canine Disaster Relief Services, The Human-Animal-Bond and the Psychology and Behavior of Dogs. He is available for courses, outreach programs, and personal appearances.

 

Contact:
Frank T. Shane 973-563-1291
frankshane@frankshane.com