On September 24th, Connolly’s RED MILLS visited Presentation Secondary School Kilkenny to officially launch their sponsorship of the school’s much loved comfort dog, Alfie.
Alfie has become an integral part of daily life at the school, where his calm presence and affectionate nature have been providing vital emotional support to students and staff alike. From easing anxiety to helping students regulate emotions, Alfie plays a key role in creating a caring and inclusive school environment.
The visit from Connolly’s RED MILLS marked the beginning of a new partnership focused on Alfie’s nutrition. As part of the launch event, RED MILLS pet expert Chris Ahern delivered a special pet nutrition presentation to students, offering insights into animal care and the importance of high-quality nutrition.
To celebrate the sponsorship, Alfie was presented with his first bag of Connolly’s RED MILLS Go Native Free-Run Chicken feed, as well as a hamper of pet goodies from the RED MILLS Store in Cillin Hill. Students and staff were delighted to meet the RED MILLS team and share their appreciation for Alfie’s impact on school life.
This sponsorship is part of Connolly’s RED MILLS’ growing commitment to put the animal at the centre of everything they do. It follows the company’s first ever school therapy dog sponsorship earlier this year, with Bruce – the comfort dog at Castlecomer Community School.
With both Bruce and Alfie now under the care of Connolly’s RED MILLS, the company is proud to sponsor Kilkenny’s two school therapy dogs, ensuring they receive the nutrition and support they need to continue their incredible work.
