BRYAN, Texas (KRHD) — Bryan Independent School District's Neal Elementary School welcomed a new four-legged staff member designed to provide comfort and support to students who need extra emotional assistance.

Watch the full story here: PAWsitive Vibes: Bryan ISD introduces second of three new comfort dogs to elementary schools in the district

The school is one of three campuses receiving a comfort dog through the district's PAWS program, which aims to help students who have experienced trauma or struggle with communication.

"It's a win win across the board. Everybody benefits from the PAWS program," said Sarah Braden, executive director of Bryan ISD Education Foundation.

Kenny Graves

Neal Elementary Principal Juanita Ontiberas said the comfort dog will serve students facing variou

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