Reading dogs at Koilliskeskus Library

You can read to reading dogs Pipsa or Tessu in autumn 2026 on Thursdays: Sep 3, Sep 10, Sep 17, Sep 24, Oct 1, Oct 8, Oct 22, Oct 29, Nov 5, Nov 12, Nov 19, Nov 26, Dec 3, Dec 10, and Dec 17 at 6 p.m.

Please register in advance: 040 639 7736 or kirjasto.koilliskeskus@tampere.fi

Reading Dogs in Libraries

Having a dog present while reading can inspire a person to read. The job of a reading dog is to listen to the reader and provide a presence. They don't judge or point out if the reader makes an error, reads more slowly than others or hesitates. Reading with a dog can be beneficial for children with reading difficulties or performance anxiety. The reading dog activity is free of charge. Reading dog activities are a form of Animal Assisted Activities and based on voluntariness.

You can read to a dog at the following libraries: Hervanta, Kaukajärvi, Koilliskeskus, Lielahti, Messukylä, Main Library Metso and Tesoma. Please register in advance for your chosen library.

Reading dog activity is a cooperation between Tampere City Library, The Finnish Kennel Club, Pirkanmaan opaskoirakerho and Pohjois-Hämeen kennelpiiri ry