Reading dogs at Hervanta Library

You can read to reading dogs Tirri or Ruu in autumn 2026 on Wednesdays Sep 9, Sep 23, Oct 7, Oct 21, Nov 4, Nov 18, and Dec 2 starting at 18:00. Please register in advance: 040 800 7802 or kirjasto.hervanta@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