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I understand that someone with Parkinson's can qualify for a serviced dog if they need it. Does anyone have one and if so what are some of the issues that can be challenging?

posted January 17, 2016
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes I do. His name is Ammo. He is a 1 year old German Shepherd. He is able to bridge for me to get up upon falls or just from one knee. He is just over 100lbs. to my 130lb frame.

posted January 18, 2016
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I have an English Bulldog. He is an emotional support dog. He helps me get through my anxiety attacks,calms me down,don't know what I'd do without him.Emotional support dogs don't need any special training they just have to be there. I got him certified because He might not be allowed in some housing without it.I couldn't make it without him.

posted January 24, 2016
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@sloan34, I have been checking this out also for my husband. I found the following so far. www,k94life.org www.michaeljfox.org www.pdf.org all have info. On getting a service dog/animal for a patient with PD. Hope this somewhat helps

posted January 21, 2016
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

i have read -- standard poodle -- train 3 tasks support from falling, get items, warning.

something to consider?

posted January 18, 2016
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

That's good to know.

posted January 21, 2016

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