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A day of nature and giving with the Therapy Dogs
A hands-on day that brought together nature, awareness, community giving, local gastronomy and a love of animals.
On Sunday 30 March 2025, in Neochori, Halkidiki, Aristotelis Nature Experience held its first hands-on initiative: a day of nature, awareness and giving together with the Therapy Dogs, trained dogs that help improve people's mental and emotional wellbeing.
The programme of the day
- A circular nature walk along forest paths, accompanied by the Therapy Dogs.
- Traditional flavours with sourdough bread and local products.
- A shared meal of bean soup, and a special meal for the dogs.
- Talks by specialists on Therapy Dogs and their therapeutic benefits.
- Food donations for the stray animals of the area.
- A celebration with music, dancing and local treats.
Where
Dreamers, Neochori, Municipality of Aristotelis, Halkidiki.
Who took part
Aristotelis Nature Experience as organiser, the Therapy Dogs team, local producers and the people who came to walk, learn and give.
Outcome
A day that connected people with nature and tradition, raised awareness of animal welfare and provided food for the strays of the area. It was the first step of a journey that continues.