My nephew Aaron is 11 years old and Autistic. Our family are trying to raise money to assist My Canine Companion in providing Aaron with a Service Dog.Service Dogs make dramatic differences’ in the quality of life for children with Autism and their families. Not only do our dogs assist them phy...
My nephew Aaron is 11 years old and Autistic. Our family are trying to raise money to assist My Canine Companion in providing Aaron with a Service Dog.Service Dogs make dramatic differences’ in the quality of life for children with Autism and their families. Not only do our dogs assist them physically, but these special dogs also become the child’s best and in some cases, only, friend. The dogs help increase safety levels and alleviates bolting behaviours, Acts as an anchor when tethered to the child, Provides independence as the child doesn’t have to hold the parents hand, Provides greater freedom to go out in public thanks to the calming effect of the dog, Helps with transitioning which leads to reduced stress levels and a more positive experience for all.Acts as a constant companion, offering unconditional love and friendship to the child
My Canine Companion has an ambitious puppy training program currently in place. This programme is the first of its kind in Ireland. As a registered charity they receive no Government funding and rely solely on community, individual and corporate funding to be able to continue to provide Service Dogs to children and families living with Autism.
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Total raised:
€1,220
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€0
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€1,220
About the Cause
My Canine Companion (autism service dogs)
My Canine Companion is a national charity (CHY 20023) that trains and places highly skilled assistance and companion dogs with children with autism and their families.