Created by Mandy Fox and the MFA Acting Class of 2025, in Partnership with Canine Companions, Pet Partners of Central Ohio, and Ohio Prison Dog Coalition.
From ancient campfires to contemporary homes, dogs have not only been companions, protectors, and loyal friends, but they’ve also played a crucial role in helping humans cultivate compassion for one another. The Dog Project is a powerful series of interconnected stories that explore the profound impact dogs have on the lives of people facing PTSD, disabilities, incarceration, loneliness, and grief. The Dog Project shares real-life narratives of dogs helping their human counterparts forge deeper connections and discover common ground through empathy, humor, and the healing power of tail-wagging joy.