About the fundation
We conduct activities with participation of animals for people with disabilities and for children and adolescents in difficult life situations or with problems in social relations. We specialize in conducting canine-assisted therapy. We also co-create therapeutic programs with guides of other animals (e.g., horses, alpacas).
We conduct activities with participation of animals for people with disabilities and for children and adolescents in difficult life situations or with problems in social relations. We specialize in conducting canine-assisted therapy. We also co-create therapeutic programs with guides of other animals (e.g., horses, alpacas).
The foundation was established in 2018. Where did that idea come from? We worked in one of Wroclaw’s community centres, which often hosted dogs - and we observed that the presence of four-legged animals improves the well-being of children and adolescents and has a positive impact on their behavior. As specialists (psychologists) and pet owners, we began to think how contact with a dog could support our therapy. This is how our adventure began.
Currently, the Foundation conducts classes with animals (e.g., canine-assisted therapy, alpacatherapy, hippotherapy) aimed at people with disabilities, children and adolescents in difficult life situations or experiencing problems in social functioning. We work with our own dogs (two rescue dogs) and cooperate with other specialists – animal guides. We offer classes carried out as part of public task and commercial offer. We operate in Wroclaw and surrounding areas. Our main goal is to promote animal-assisted therapy as a method of supporting rehabilitation, education, activation and therapeutic and psychotherapeutic activities.
Mission and vision
Our mission motivates us to act and our vision sets us the right direction. Find out what is important to us!
We popularize animal-assisted therapy
Upowszechniamy
animaloterapię
We explain what animal-assisted therapy is. We show its advantages and possibilities. We present the benefits of contact with animals.
We organize activities
We organize activities
We want to ensure greater access to classes with animals for people. We create new and innovative offers of support aimed at people with different needs.
We focus on development
We focus on development
Therapy with animals is aimed at supporting the development of specific resources, skills and character traits. It is always tailored to the individual needs of the participant.
We care about the well-being of animals
We care about the comfort of our therapy dogs and other animals during classes. We teach respect and empathy towards them. We build relationship with animals based on understanding their needs.
We cooperate
We cooperate
We cooperate with specialists in the field of animal-assisted therapy. Our goal is to exchange experience, learn from each other and collaborate. Together we can do more and better!
Our team
We were brought together by passion for animals and desire to help other people. We have experience in working with those with different needs. We are a creative team that enjoys new challenges.
We were brought together by passion for animals and desire to help other people. We have experience in working with those with different needs. We are a creative team that enjoys new challenges.
Katarzyna Radzińska
Katarzyna Radzińska
Psychologist, psychotherapist and canine therapist with extensive experience in supporting the development of children, adolescents and adults with disabilities. She conducts therapy classes with her own dogs or works in a team with other animal guides. She knows sign language and is prepared to work with deaf people. In addition, she develops the projects and is the president of the Foundation.
Krzysztof Miziniak
Krzysztof Miziniak
Our accessibility specialist. He takes care of the accessibility of activities for people with various disabilities, helps from idea to project implementation and the animals love him very much. He is the vice president of the Foundation.
Aleksandra Kijo
Aleksandra Kijo
A passionate dog trainer. She knows our dogs very well and helps prepare them to work with people. She co-leads classes, organizes trainings for dog owners (including people with disabilities), during which she shows how to build a proper relationship with a pet. She is a member of the Foundation's board.
Our therapy dogs
The dogs we work with enjoy accompanying us during our classes. They are prepared to work with people. Besides work, they also have their passions.
Luna
A friendly labrador; happy to work with children and young people. She loves swimming, fetching and searching for hidden dog treasures. She likes being in the center of attention and often asks to be stroked herself.
Forest
A biscuit mongrel; he feels good at working with young people and adults. A participant in dogtrekking, dog camps and rally-o competitions (guide and dog perform obedience tasks on the track). He is patient, passionate runner and enjoys observing his surroundings.
Our therapy dogs
The dogs we work with enjoy accompanying us during our classes. They are prepared to work with people. Besides work, they also have their passions.
Luna
A friendly labrador; happy to work with children and young people. She loves swimming, fetching and searching for hidden dog treasures. She likes being in the center of attention and often asks to be stroked herself.
Forest
A biscuit mongrel; he feels good at working with young people and adults. A participant in dogtrekking, dog camps and rally-o competitions (guide and dog perform obedience tasks on the track). He is patient, passionate runner and enjoys observing his surroundings.
Who do we cooperate with
"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." (Helen Keller).
That is exactly why we cooperate with organizations, companies and individuals who love animals and nature.
Among our partners are:
Czarodziejska Góra Foundation
Mar-Tusia - hippotherapy and rehabilitation for children
BejRoots - hippo&physiotherapy
Amigos - alpaca enclosure
Zadora stable
Anna Łaszcz Place of Development
workshop Relacje
Katarzyna Kabza and therapy dog Miko
