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Mobility Dogs are specially trained to help disabled New Zealanders with their individual, unique needs. Through practical support, companionship and unconditional love, these dogs can truly transform the lives of their partners, who may enjoy greater independence and quality of life. We currently have 6 dogs working with people with Cerebral Palsy out in the community. To find out more please contact Gemma: Client Coordinator - Applicants M: 027 700 1721 E : gemma.overton@mobilitydogs.co.nz W: mobilitydogs.co.nz Could a Mobility Dog help you or a loved one? Have you seen a Mobility Dog out in the community with their human and thought about having your own dog but were unsure of where to start? Mobility Dogs staff can answer your questions and help identify if a service dog partnership is right for you or your family. These dogs work on a 1-on-1 basis with individuals who live with a physical disability. They help with everyday tasks such as retrieving and collecting items, opening and closing doors, drawers, stability and so much more. NB: Mobility Dogs are placed with people 16 years and over and who are not in school. Mobility Dogs have full public access and are jacketed. Mobility Dogs Have extraordinary, innate therapeutic abilities. Often the bond between a dog and its human can help overcome many emotional impacts of their human's conditions and can allow an individual to gain confidence in themselves that may have been lost, as well as provide friendship, love and emotional support. Companion Dogs can be placed within a family unit when somebody in the family has a health condition. NB: Companion Dogs do not have a jacket or public access. Companion Dogs Are trained to work in a professional environment and provide emotional support just like a Mobility Dog. Places that may benefit from working with a Therapy Dog include rehabilitation clinics, educational environments, medical practices, and also dental clinics. The dog’s skills are tailored to best suit the needs of their clients. NB: Therapy Dogs have limited public access within their work environment. Therapy Dogs We do not have a ‘one size fits all’ model of work due to the unique nature of matching a client's specific needs with the skillset and temperament of a dog and therefore are unable to give time frames for how long it will take to receive a dog. Mobility Dogs are specially trained to help disabled New Zealanders with their individual, unique needs. Through practical support, companionship and unconditional love, these dogs can truly transform the lives of their partners, who may enjoy greater independence and quality of life. We currently have 6 dogs working with people with Cerebral Palsy out in the community. To find out more please contact Gemma: Client Coordinator - Applicants M: 027 700 1721 E: gemma.overton@mobilitydogs.co.nz W: mobilitydogs.co.nz l ilit l r l Have you seen a Mobility Dog out in the community with their human and thought about having your own dog but were unsure of where to start? Mobility Dogs staff can answer your questions and help identify if a service dog partnership is right for you or your family. These dogs work on a 1-on-1 basis with individuals who live with a physical disability. They help with everyday tasks such as retrieving and collecting items, opening and closing doors, drawers, stability and so much more. NB: Mobility Dogs are placed with people 16 years and over and who are not in school. Mobility Dogs have full public access and are jacketed. Mobility Dogs Have extraordinary, innate therapeutic abilities. Often the bond between a dog and its human can help overcome many emotional impacts of their human's conditions and can allow an individual to gain confidence in themselves that may have been lost, as well as provide friendship, love and emotional support. Companion Dogs can be placed within a family unit when somebody in the family has a health condition. NB: Companion Dogs do not have a jacket or public access. Companion Dogs Are trained to work in a professional environment and provide emotional support just like a Mobility Dog. Places that may benefit from working with a Therapy Dog include rehabilitation clinics, educational environments, medical practices, and also dental clinics. The dog’s skills are tailored to best suit the needs of their clients. NB: Therapy Dogs have limited public access within their work environment. Therapy Dogs We do not have a ‘one size fits all’ model of work due to the unique nature of matching a client's specific needs with the skillset and temperament of a dog and therefore are unable to give time frames for how long it will take to receive a dog.