Canine Companions for Autistic Kids

 I stumbled upon this video online and when I found it I literally sat and watched the entire thing. I found it fascinating that a dog can help treat some of the symptoms of an autistic child and can actually calm them down and help them function more normally. I am sure we are all used to seeing dogs being used as seeing eye dogs, but this idea of having a canine companion for an autistic kid is amazing. I think it is fascinating that essentially a wild animal can be trained and taught to work so wonderfully with these children. After hearing what some of the parents have said, it seems that these dogs have truly worked wonders for the autistic kids as well as for their family. It breaks my heart to see how happy these kids look with their dog and how well the dog actually cooperates with the child. I know how much I love my dog at home, but imagine the connection this family feels with their pet!