Assistance dog is life-changing for Bundaberg teen Summer Farrelly, who lives with autism
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Summer Farrelly and her assistance dog Onyx, who she describes as a friend and an anchor .
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For Bundaberg teenager Summer Farrelly, the simple act of walking into a shop to buy milk can be overwhelming and exhausting.
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Certified assistance animals help people living with a variety of physical or mental disabilities and symptoms
For people living with autism, the dogs can help to reduce anxiety, alert owners to triggering situations and assist in improving communication skills