Did you know that a dog can be trained to help People with Parkinson’s? It’s true and amazing to learn about. When trained to service PD patients, the dogs can help with freezing, mobility, exercise, get help, fetch medications, push a wheelchair, protect and provide comfort. Most of all they help restore dignity, confidence and independence. Stay tuned to learn more about these special animals. Warning: this is a tear jerker.
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This is FANTASTIC!!! Who knew? I am anxious to hear how you learned of this Sheryl. I don’t happen to have a soft spot for dogs, but if I did, I would certainly want a service dog. Hearing what the dog can do blew me away = especially helping someone who is freezing…as well as someone who needs help standing up after falling.
And, I can’t believe that there are dog trainers especially for PD. Are neurologists aware that these trainers exist?