She says a trained dog, while expensive, would improve her little boy's quality of life and safety.
A midlands woman is asking the public to help her fund an autism support dog for her three year old son.
A professionally trained service dog could cost as much as €9,000.
Shauna Richmond says the labrador would help recently diagnosed Henry, who gets overwhelmed in social settings and has no danger awareness.
She believes a trained canine companion, while expensive, would improve her little boy's quality of life and his safety:
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