Interested in becoming a Puppy Tales Partner at Vineland Library
and
Becoming a registered Reading Education Assistance Dogs Team

Requisites before registering a team:

  • Therapy Dog certification with proof of insurance for current year
  • American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (Puppy Tales program only)
  • Current health record that includes rabies (as per law)
  • Attendance at training programs held "on site" at library
  • Love of children (both handler and dog)
  • Ability to read (optional for dogs)
  • Willing to volunteer a few hours each month (we require a minimum of 4 visits per year)
  • Registering with the National R.E.A.D.® organization
    and following that organization's rules and policies

Contact information:
Vineland Public Library
Anita Lupcho, Community Relations Coordinator
Puppy Tales Coordinator and READ® instructor
(856) 794-4244 ext. 4734 (voice mail available)
alupcho@vineland.lib.nj.us