Pia, a 28-year-old from Dunedin, lives with Muscular Dystrophy. For years, she navigated life with quiet determination, but everything changed when she met Maple, her Mobility Dog. “I first heard about Mobility Dogs through the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s...
In 2000, I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), a life-altering condition that came with its challenges and uncertainties. My introduction to Mobility Dogs happened through the North Shore MS Society and a friend who had one. Little did I know then how...
In 2011 I met my new Mobility Assistance dog – Rusty – a lovely Golden Retriever aged 4. This began a journey of discovery, travels and companionship that lasted 12 years. My name is Paul Ereckson, and I have Multiple Sclerosis (MS). I use a wheelchair for mobility....
Six years ago, at just 17, Casey Calder found himself paralysed from the chest down following a car accident. Fast forward to May 2023, and Casey’s life took a unexpected turn when he was paired with Wilma, a golden Labrador from Mobility Dogs. Wilma swiftly...
When the family lost their beloved Labrador, Daisy, they were left with a void that seemed impossible to fill. Enter Mia, a charming and energetic Companion Dog who has since transformed their lives in ways they never imagined. From providing comfort during difficult...
Introducing Armstrong, a remarkable court dog who spreads compassion and support at the North Shore District Court. Armstrong’s role is to work with vulnerable youth and adults, providing a reassuring presence during pivotal moments of sentencing and evidence-giving,...
