Autism Support Dogs are specially selected dogs that are trained to work with children with autism.
The Autism Support Dog’s primary role is to help with the tendency of children with autism to run away when they are distracted.
You or a caregiver are the Autism Support Dog’s primary handler. The dog wears a soft harness; a lead is attached to this soft harness and your child holds this lead.
This service is for children aged between 5 -12 and who have been diagnosed with Autism by a qualified medical practitioner
There are various added advantages in owning an Autism Support Dog including:
- Companionship for children who are often lonely due to their autism.
- Assisting with speech therapy, general lessons and tactile issues.
- Improved confidence.
- Provides physical pressure needed in times of anxiety.
- Interaction free from demands.