Tyler ISD Students Train Animal Science Skills with Doggy Daycare

District's Career & Technology Center hosts event for students to practice pet care services

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Tyler ISD students studying animal science and veterinary technician skills got hands-on training at a Doggy Daycare event hosted by the district's Career & Technology Center. Students practiced grooming and care services like nail trimming, ear cleaning, brushing, and walking dogs brought in by Tyler ISD staff.

Why it matters

The Doggy Daycare event provides valuable real-world experience for Tyler ISD students in the animal science program, allowing them to apply their classroom learning to caring for live animals. This helps prepare them for future careers in veterinary medicine, animal care, and related fields.

The details

On Thursday, Tyler ISD's Career & Technology Center hosted a Doggy Daycare event where students studying animal science and veterinary technician skills could practice hands-on pet care services. Students groomed and cared for dogs brought in by Tyler ISD staff, including nail trimming, ear cleaning, brushing, and walking the animals.

  • The Doggy Daycare event took place on Thursday, February 13, 2026.

The players

Lindsay Griffin

Tyler ISD animal science teacher who has overseen the growth of the district's animal science program over the past 11 years.

Tyler ISD

The school district in Tyler, Texas that hosted the Doggy Daycare event at its Career & Technology Center for students in the animal science program.

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What they’re saying

“Over the last 11 years, I've had the privilege of witnessing the animal science program evolve into a strong, innovative and respected program of study. What started small has become a program defined by curiosity, commitment and a genuine respect for animals and science.”

— Lindsay Griffin, Tyler ISD animal science teacher (KETK)

What’s next

The Tyler ISD animal science program offers students the opportunity to earn several industry certifications, including the ELANCO Fundamentals of Animal Science Certificate, ELANCO Veterinary Medical Applications Certificate, a PetTech credential, the Texas Cattle Feeders Association Feedyard Technician Certificate, and the Certified Veterinary Assistant credential.

The takeaway

The Doggy Daycare event at Tyler ISD's Career & Technology Center provides hands-on learning experiences that help prepare students in the animal science program for future careers in veterinary medicine, animal care, and related fields. This real-world training complements the program's strong focus on curiosity, commitment, and respect for animals and science.