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A companion dog provides a bridge for a child with autism to connect with the world around them.
Studies have shown that autism service dogs reduce stress hormone levels in children with autism.
Parents are reporting many other benefits that these faithful, hard-working companions provide as well. Here are more of the life-enhancing experiences that can be attributed to owning a companion dog:
CALMING
dog provides a sense of security
decreases meltdowns
decreases anxiety and acts of aggression
increases willingness to try to new things
increases ability to face fearful situations
SOCIAL
increases social interaction due to the dog being an ice breaker and taking the focus off the child’s disability
decreases self absorption
decreases undesirable behaviors (dog can redirect the child)
COMMUNICATION
improves social skills due to added motivation
encourages verbal communication, increased vocabulary
COMPANIONSHIP
loyal and constant companion
unconditional and non-judgmental friend
teaches concepts of friendship like compassion, patience and empathy
INDEPENDENCE
increases feeling of empowerment
dog can help with daily living skill
increases sense of responsibility
QUALITY OF LIFE
improves motor skills and increase physical activity level
improves quality of sleep
provides positive community buffer
and, of course, less stressful family outings like really nice walks
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