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Considering a dog for ASD Son, concerned his behaviour may frighten dog. Thoughts?

sianrhian

Hello, 

My ASD son can become very violent (throwing objects) and very loud, screaming, shouting when he is anxious. 

We have read so much in support of ASD and dogs. The benefits seem incredible. We would like a family dog regardless so the help it could give our Son makes it more appealing. 

I am concerned though that his violent rages/meltdowns could make a dog very anxious. 

Does anyone have experience of this or felt the same? I'd really like to hear them! 

Many thanks 

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  • He would qualify for an assistance dog but the waiting lists are very long and there just aren't the dogs available. 

    So we'd be introducing a puppy as a family pet, we'd like the dog to bond with our Son and help calm him. 

    I was just wondering if anyone had experience of how a family pet dog copes with the noise and chaos surrounding some meltdowns :)

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  • He would qualify for an assistance dog but the waiting lists are very long and there just aren't the dogs available. 

    So we'd be introducing a puppy as a family pet, we'd like the dog to bond with our Son and help calm him. 

    I was just wondering if anyone had experience of how a family pet dog copes with the noise and chaos surrounding some meltdowns :)

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