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Virtual Instruction

Join Bark Academy to turn your kids into dog savvy companions! Outschool is an online platform where this course is held.

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Schools

We offer education programs that bring fun, age-appropriate assemblies, classroom visits and workshops to schools, teaching students how to safely and kindly interact with dogs.

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Community Support

We offer engaging community programs that bring fun, age appropriate workshops and activities to teach children the importance of dog safety, communication, and care.

Perfect for community events, fairs, libraries, and more!

Our signature presentation, “Bark Academy!”, helps kids better understand dog behavior, stay safe around dogs, and develop empathy for animals. Through interactive games, engaging visuals, and real-world safety tips, students learn how to be calm, kind, and confident around dogs—whether at home, at school, or out in the community.

Collect Paw-Print Badges

As students complete each topic, they earn a colorful paw-print badge to mark their progress. Schools can choose from any of the following interactive programs:

Safety Scout

Learn how to safely approach and interact with dogs, and understand how dogs use their bodies to communicate how they feel.

Communication Cadet

Discover how to recognize dog emotions by reading their body language, and understand that growling is one of the ways dogs communicate when they’re uncomfortable or need space.

Kindness Kid

Build empathy, compassion, and respect for all animals—especially dogs—by learning about their basic needs, emotions, and the importance of gentle handling.

Senses Extraordinaire

Explore the incredible ways dogs use their senses—like smell, hearing, and sight—to learn about and navigate the world around them.

Breed Braniac

Take a closer look at different dog breeds and the unique jobs they were originally bred to do, from herding and guarding to companionship and more.

Dog Foodie

Learn what foods are safe for dogs and what foods are toxic. Gain a general knowledge of a dogs nutritional needs.

Stay tuned for even more badge releases!

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