I am a mom to 4 kids on the autism spectrum. We had introduced a pet dog to our household and were astounded at the difference the pet made for one of our children in particular. We started pursuing getting a service dog for our daughter, but were met with hurdles and blocks. Then we met Tessa and Danielle at Leash of Hope. They truly gave us hope that a service dog, customized to our daughter’s needs, was not just a possibility, but would be a reality.
The journey was not without its bumps, but it has been so worth the outcome. Our daughter has gone from being fearful, anxious, and unwilling to engage with the world, to being so well-spoken, emotionally sensitive and wise, and willing to take on things we hadn’t even dreamed would be possible. She has developed socially, emotionally, and personally beyond our wildest dreams. She is truly a delight and blessing to all she engages and interacts with. The transformation we have seen in her as a result of her Leash of Hope service dog has been absolutely amazing.