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For children with autism, a dog isn’t just a companion—it’s a bridge to the human world 🌉🐶. Just having a dog around can increase positive social interaction by up to 30% 📈. According to the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, dog-assisted therapy is strongly recommended for kids with special needs. These dogs aren’t just friends—they’re translators between worlds 🗣️🐾.
✨ Beyond emotional support, therapy dogs for autism can also help children develop autonomy and confidence:
🍽️ Feeding
🪮 Grooming
🐕 Walking the dog

These tasks encourage responsibility and routine, essential elements in behavioral therapy. Regular interaction with a service dog gives children a sense of control and achievement, especially in environments that might otherwise feel overwhelming 🌍💪.
🧘‍♂️ In addition, autism support dogs help with meltdown prevention and emotional regulation:
🐾 Some are trained to detect distress and apply deep pressure therapy by lying next to the child
🧠 This helps calm the nervous system
🧍‍♂️ In public, they act as emotional buffers, reducing sensory overload
Thanks to this support, families can enjoy more freedom to explore everyday experiences together—🌳 a walk in the park, 🏫 a school activity—knowing their child is supported and understood 💛.
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Sources: PLOS ONE (2024), University of Missouri (2020), Autism Parenting Magazine, Children journal (MDPI, 2024)

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