Pawsitive Action Leeds CIC

Pawsitive Action Leeds CIC is a community organisation in Leeds. They help children and young people aged 0–25 who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). They also support their families.

They show young people how dogs can help with:

  • feeling calm
  • building confidence
  • learning new skills
  • being more independent
  • daily routines

Their support includes:

  • Checks to see if an assistance dog is suitable
  • Help to train your own assistance dog
  • Support to choose the right dog
  • Training and behaviour support that fits a young person’s needs
  • Workshops for families and professionals
  • Help to find funding
  • Information about dog care and responsible dog ownership

They work with young people who are:

  • autistic
  • ADHD
  • neurodivergent
  • living with a learning disability
  • living with a mental health condition
  • living with a physical disability
  • living with epilepsy
  • living with long‑term health conditions
  • living with sensory processing differences

Pawsitive Action Leeds CIC is LGBTQ+ inclusive and trauma‑informed.
They adapt sessions to meet sensory needs, communication styles, and learning preferences.
They use kind, positive and welfare‑focused dog training.

They welcome referrals for any young person who may benefit from dog‑based support.

Age: 0 to 25 years old 

Location: All Leeds postcodes (Outside of Leeds at extra cost).

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