Dogs/Autism/Special Needs

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Comment by Kimberly Cook on February 26, 2013 at 10:12pm

Wish us luck. Tomorrow we bring home our puppy. We have 2 sons ages 9 and 6. My youngest is high functioning autistic. I'm a little worried he will be afraid of the puppy. At school he enjoys the therapy dogs that come to visit but at my SIL's house he is afraid of their dog who has been nothing but sweet and gentle with him. Any advice GREATLY appreciated. Keep the stories coming. I love hearing about everyone's experiences. It gives me hope things will get better for my son.

Comment by Kathy Janes on August 12, 2012 at 2:11pm

Our therapy organization volunteers at the local library for a Paws to Read program.  The children's librarian and I have talked about how we would like to have a special program for autistic children.  I know there is a great  group in Chicago that has a program like this.  I'd love to see suggestions from this group!

Comment by Aimee Santa Monica on January 19, 2011 at 10:41am

Hi Melissa!  

I'm happy to join this group and find new friends with the same similar situations as myself.  I'm glad my son has a new friend in Storm, our labradoodle, because in a few years, middle school will be here, kids can be cruel, but a dogs love is unconditional.

Sincerely, 

Aimee

Comment by melissa on January 19, 2011 at 5:35am

Hi Aimee,

That is great! My son wasdiagnosed at 4 with high functioning autism as well. He also has followed a similiar path. It is hard to believe sometimes that this is the kid who at one time had 3 hours of speech a week along with other interventions.  Would love to hear how the training continues for Storm and your son, very cool :)

Take care

melissa

Comment by Aimee Santa Monica on January 19, 2011 at 12:34am

Hello everyone!  :)

I am a mother of  3 young boys, my  the eldest,  10 yrs. old , was diagnosed at age 4 having Autism, Aspergers Syndrome.  He is  high functioning Austistic.  It seems like a lifetime ago when he went through speech therapy, had his rituals and obsessions.  In the past 3 yrs he has made huge strides, been exited from his school's Autistic program, and even looks me in the eye and hugs me every now and then(- as i remember how uncomfortable he was receiving hugs). Our new labradoodle puppy has added joy to our lives.My son loves to spend time with our new pup and is learning to train our new puppy ,Storm. Its great to see my son spending time bonding with Storm. We are looking forward to undergo professional therapy training for our dog . This is an exciting time for us!

Aimee S.

 

Comment by Adina P on December 21, 2010 at 9:45am

Stephanie, what are his specific objections to a "big dog in the house"?  Ultimately a TRAINED service dog should in no way be a nuisance in a house.  If he's just a pet that has some service skills then he could still be a handful in the eyes of someone who does NOT want a big dog in the house.  BUT...a dog especially trained to be a service dog by a reputable organization should be a pretty easy dog to live with.

Comment by melissa on December 21, 2010 at 9:29am

Hi.,

He is a cutie! :) I think if your husband saw bigger dogs that are well mannered in a home, he may change his mind.

Good luck!

melissa

Comment by Stephanie Wright on December 14, 2010 at 9:28am

Hi everybody---I'm so glad I found this site and this group!  My youngest son Cameron is four and has spina bifida.  He spends some time in a wheelchair, but he has a walker he can use for short distances.  I'm trying to explain to my husband how benifitial a service dog would be for him, but he keeps saying he will NOT have a big dog in the house.

Comment by Jacque Reynolds on October 14, 2010 at 12:01pm

I am new to this group. I wish I'd have found you earlier! I am looking forward to catching up on the posts.
I want to affirm that "The Golden Bridge" is an excellent book!
I have placed some puppies with Austic Children and I'd love to personally chat with anyone who might want to share ideas. Please feel free to contact me personally.

Comment by melissa on April 4, 2010 at 10:50am

I cannot locate the name of this book now. I know it also talked about ABA I believe. I have been googling all over trying to figure it out. I think I would know it if I heard the name.

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