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MAKING
LIFE-CHANGING
DIFFERENCES
FOR PEOPLE WITH
DISABILITIES
For over thirty years, Dogs for Good has been their philosophy remains the same; a better
using its knowledge and experience to bring understanding of dogs leads to the development
people with disabilities and dogs together, of a strong bond and relationship.
enabling life-changing differences. Through
the power of expertly trained dogs, the The charity’s approach is unique - pioneering
charity supports people with autism, physical new ways of working to enable them to use their
disabilities, learning disabilities and dementia, resources to help as many people as possible.
empowering them to live more independent The help their dogs provide goes beyond
lives. practical support; time spent with a dog helps
reduce loneliness, improve confidence and
Dogs for Good match the needs and lifestyle enables the children and adults they support to
of an individual or a family with the skills, fulfil their potential. All this is underpinned by a
temperament and abilities of the right dog. Their passion to promote high standards of wellbeing
range of services provides: for every dog.
• Expertly trained assistance dogs ASSISTANCE DOGS
• Dogs and handlers working alongside Dogs for Good assistance dogs support adults
health and educational professionals to and children with a range of physical disabilities,
support individuals and families develop children on the autism spectrum and adults with
independence and improved wellbeing dementia, providing practical support, increased
• Advice to help people develop a relationship confidence and enabling greater independence.
and strong bond with a pet dog, to ease
specific challenges The people the charity supports say that thanks
to their assistance dog they experience greatly
• Good advice to enable dog lovers to better improved self-esteem. As a result of a new-
understand their dog and enjoy the benefits
found confidence they are able to enjoy new
of a special bond
opportunities, from starting a new job to going
to university or playing a more active role in
Whichever service Dogs for Good provides,
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