While CAPS partners with Karen and Gracie Maize around regular comfort dog visits (see visit schedule), they are also available for other services upon request from departments.
Presentations: Karen offers a presentation on the definitions, similarities, and differences between a therapy animal, a service animal, and an emotional support animal. She has presented in the past to health programs and social work students.
Campus Events: If your department (student life or academic) is hosting an event and feels it would be nice to have a comfort dog present, Karen and Gracie Maize can attend depending on their availability.
Athletic Events: Karen and Gracie Maize can attend sporting events and interact with students, patrons, etc.
Dorms/Housing: Housing folks are welcome to request that Karen and Gracie Maize make an appearance for things like an important hall meeting, a dorm event before exams, etc.
To request Karen and Gracie Maize’s services and learn more about pricing and availability, please reach out to Karen at tttkbaker@comcast.net.