''Before having Belle I was unable to leave the house much. When I did leave the house I was very anxious, would have meltdowns and become overwhelmed very easily. Due to this, I would stay inside and wasn’t able to make friends or go out with family.
Since having Belle I’m able to leave the house so much more than I was previously able to. Knowing that she’s by my side and will help me when I need her means I now have much more freedom to do what I enjoy. I can attend appointments, go out with friends and family and go shopping with a lot more ease. I’m able to talk to people and make friends a lot easier all because I have her beside me.
My biggest accomplishment since having Belle is being able to go out to restaurants and cafes with my family and friends. Before I had Belle I was unable to be in restaurants with family or friends as I would become easily overwhelmed. I was unable to eat outside of my home due to being uncomfortable and having meltdowns. Since having Belle I now go out to a cafe at least once a week with my family, which is something I never thought would be possible.
Canine Allies have played a massive role in Belles journey as an assistance dog. Before joining I felt very stuck with Belles progression, unable to figure out how to train certain things and even doubting if we could make it as a team. As soon as I joined I was able to ask for help with certain aspects of Belles training that I was stuck with. Now Belle is able to work beautifully and task when she needs to. I don’t doubt that we can make it as a team anymore, all thanks to the help I’ve received from Canine Allies.''