Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read therapy dogs. If your child might benefit from sensory accommodations such as fidgets or noise-reducing headphones, please request a Sensory Accommodations kit from the desk.
- Calhan Library - 4th Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m.
- Dogs: Bowie
- Cheyenne Mountain Library - Thursdays, 3 p.m.
- East Library - Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m.
- Dogs: Avalanche, Porter, Butterscotch, Kahlua
- Fountain Library - 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 10 a.m.
- Dog: Miss Bernie
- High Prairie Library - Tuesdays, 4 p.m.
- Library 21c - Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m.
- Dogs: Bella, Elvis, Hope and Grace, Lola #2
- Manitou Springs Library - Select Saturdays (Check calendar for specific dates) at 10:30 a.m.
- Dog: Lola
- Monument Library - Tuesdays, 4 p.m.
- Old Colorado City Library - 3rd Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.
- Dogs: Brinkley
- Rockrimmon Library - Wednesdays, 4 p.m.
- Ruth Holley Library - 3rd Thursdays, 4 p.m.
Meet the Paws to Read Dogs!
Avalanche!
- Human: Jackie
- Fun Fact: Avalanche is a pit bull mix who was born in a snowstorm.
- Location: East Library - Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m.
Bella!
- Human: Judy
- Fun Fact: Bella has been a wonderful mother to seven litters of puppies. Now that she is retired, her favorite activities are playing fetch with her squeaky ball and being petted by everyone she meets.
- Location: Library 21c - Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m.
Bella!
- Human: Julie
- Fun Fact: She likes to make snow angels in the snow!
- Location: Monument Library, Tuesdays, 4 p.m.
Bowie!
- Human: Sabine
- Fun Fact: Bowie likes tricks and treats, kissing other dogs, sniffy walks, nappies with his sister, and snuggling
- Location: Calhan Library - 4th Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m.
Brinkley!
- Human: Debbie
- Fun Fact: Brinkley volunteers quite a bit, including visiting the courthouse to comfort youth.
- Location: Old Colorado City Library - 3rd Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.
Butterscotch!
- Human: Karen
- Fun Fact: Butterscotch has a great sniffer, always loves to roll in the grass, loves walks – anywhere, and loves to give and get attention!
- Location: East Library - Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m.
Cody!
- Human: Pat
- Fun Fact: Cody loves belly rubs!
- Location: East Library - Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m.
Davy!
- Human: Linda
- Fun Fact: Davy loves pretzels and sleeping under the covers.
- Location: High Prairie Library - Tuesdays, 4 p.m.
Hope and Grace!
- Human: Jill
- Fun Fact: Hope is a Morris Animal Foundation Golden Retriever Lifetime Study hero, and loves raw apples and carrots. In April 2018, Grace give birth to a litter of ELEVEN puppies. Some of her pups are also training to be therapy dogs!
- Location: Library 21c - Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m..
Jambo!
- Human: Sabrina
- Fun Fact: Before Jambo was a therapy dog, he was in training to become a blind guide dog. Cutest dropout we know!
- Location: Monument Library - Tuesdays, 4 p.m.
Jasper!
- Human: Deb
- Fun Fact: Likes digging holes, playing catch, chasing squirrels and birds, and eating stuffed toys!
- Location: Cheyenne Mountain Library - Thursdays, 3:00 p.m.
Kahlua!
- Human: Monty
- Fun Fact: Kahlua is a working dog, where she lives she pulls a cart like a horse! (but smaller)
- Location: East Library - Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m.
Kiwi!
- Human: Deb
- Fun Fact: Likes playing ball, digging holes, chasing squirrels, play with her brothers and sisters, splashing in water, shredding stuffed toys, and cuddling!
- Location: Cheyenne Mountain Library - Thursdays, 3:00 p.m.
Lambeau!
- Human: Deb
- Fun Fact: Likes splashing in water, digging holes, playing catch, shredding stuffed toys, and cuddling!
- Location: Cheyenne Mountain Library - Thursdays, 3:00 p.m.
Larry!
- Human: Jane
- Fun Fact: Likes walks, stealing items then taunting you with it, chasing squirrels, giving high 5's, fetching on land or water, loves cheesy items and ginger snaps.
- Location: Ruth Holley Library - 3rd Thursdays, 4:00 p.m.
Livvy!
- Human: Eve
- Fun Fact: Livvy is a rescue from Belgium. She loves to chase after tennis balls, swimming to fetch sticks, and looks forward to walks. Her favorite treat is a greenie and will speak, shake hands and give high fives for one!
- Location: Monument Library - Tuesdays, 4 p.m.
Lola!
- Human: Cheryl
- Fun Fact: Lola is a 6 1/2-year-old Lhasa Apso who loves everyone she meets, especially children. A native Texan, Lola enjoys the cooler, dry weather in Colorado, the mountains, and the area wildlife; in particular, the squirrels and bunnies she chases on her walks. Lola is also fond of fresh fruit and vegetable snacks and naps in front of the fireplace, but most of all, snuggles in the laps of her humans.
- Location: Manitou Springs Library - 1st Saturday (except the 2nd in September) at 10:30 a.m.
Lola #2!
- Human: Sherri
- Fun Fact: Lola is a Certified Therapy Dog with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs and has her AKC Canine Good Citizen Award. She is a Havanese, the National Dog of Cuba. This breed of dog is in the same family as Bichons and Poodles and do not shed. They are sweet, charming, and very smart. Lola's favorite games are tug and fetch and her favorite foods are cheese and peanut butter.
- Location: Library 21c - Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m.
Miss Bernie!
- Human:
- Fun Fact:
- Location: Fountain Library - 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 10 a.m.
Oakley!
- Human: Jamie
- Fun Fact: Oakley loves snow (but not his snow shoes) and he has hiked five 14ers!
- Location: Rockrimmon Library - Wednesdays, 4 p.m.
Ollie!
- Human: Eve
- Fun Fact: Ollie is a rescue from Hungary. He is crazy about his walks and lives to run freely through meadows and down mountain trails. His favorite treat is also a greenie and will shake hands and give you a high five for one. He also lives for belly rubs and hugs!
- Location: Monument Library - Tuesdays, 4 p.m.
Porter!
- Human: Linda
- Location: East Library - Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m.
Rex!
- Human: Bobbie
- Fun Fact: Rex is a Bernese Mountain Dog and his breed originated in Switzerland. In the Alps they were working dogs for cattle herds and pulled carts of milk and cheese to villages.
- Location: Monument Library - Tuesdays, 4 p.m.
Rigley!
- Human: Jessica
- Fun Fact: Rigley likes fetching balls, carrying multiple toys and sticks, hiking, belly rubs, cuddles, and naps on the couch or your lap.
- Location: Rockrimmon Library - Wednesdays, 4 p.m.
Ricky!
- Human: Ila
- Fun Fact: He’s a daddy’s boy and likes going to Scent Work competitions and snuggling with his dad.
- Location: High Prairie Library - Tuesdays, 4 - 5 pm
Sansa!
- Human: Janet
- Fun Fact: Sansa is definitely Daddy's girl, obsessed with playing fetch and chasing squirrels. She also loves using her nose for everything and everyone! Nothing or no one can come in the house without her approval.
- Location: Ruth Holley Library - 2nd Thursdays, 4 p.m.
Scooby!
- Human: Patty
- Fun Fact: Scooby likes daily adventures, dog parks, hanging with family, playing fetch, travel, and camping.
- Location: East Library - Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m.
Shimmer
- Human: Ila
- Fun Fact: She likes solving doggie puzzles and is learning about Scent Work so she can start competing in events.
- Location: High Prairie Library - Tuesdays, 4 - 5 pm
Sky!
- Human: Sue
- Fun Fact: Sky is a Champion trick dog.
- Location: Rockrimmon Library - Wednesdays, 4 p.m.
Toby!
- Human: Deb
- Fun Fact: Likes digging holes, playing with his sisters, stuffed toys, and protecting his yard from squirrels, rabbits, and birds!
- Location: Cheyenne Mountain Library - Thursdays, 3:00 p.m.
Tripp!
- Human: Ila
- Fun Fact: Tripp is a Silver Grand Champion. He loves meeting new people and has been to 22 states!
- Location: High Prairie Library - Tuesdays, 4 p.m.
Viviane!
- Human: Barry and Marcia
- Fun Fact: Viviane is a retired guide dog for the blind. She's named after Canadian blind skier Viviane Forest.
- Location: Rockrimmon Library - Wednesdays, 4 p.m.
Xena!
- Human: Katrina
- Fun Fact: Xena loves playing fetch and giving kisses. Xena is also an agility dog.
- Location: East Library and High Prairie – Xena is a substitute
