PAWS Assistance Dogs (PAD) is a premier Assistance Dog Programme in the UK, dedicated to aiding individuals and families in training outstanding Assistance Dogs to cater to an extensive range of physical disabilities, psychiatric and neurological conditions through online training and in-person support. The cost for this programme is £4188 incl. VAT.
My son is autistic and becomes anxious when visiting places and in crowds. My little boy has just turned 4. He becomes overstimulated easily and this can lead to him running and not sensing danger such as roads or becoming lost.
We have a young dog who is extremely good at detecting anxiety and helping to calm my son down and avert meltdowns and crisis. He is happier and more confident when he is with the dog.
I would love to train our dog to be hos personal assistance animal, allowing him to be with my son in public spaces and preventing or minimising the risk of anxiety and distress.
I am only able to work 2 days a week while my son is at school, funds are stretched tight as it is, especially with the cost of sensory equipment being super high.
Please could you kind crowdfunders help?