The "Books and Reading Canine" program helps to improve children's reading and communication skills by employing a powerful method--reading to a dog.  BARK-9 uses registered therapy animals who have been tested for health, safety and temperament. When these special animals come to hear children read, it's fun! And that makes all the difference.  For more information, please contact the Youth Services Department at 607-778-6456 or youth@bclibrary.info.