When Wellington counsellor Michal Horton first met a therapy dog in hospital, she had no idea that moment would change her life. After a routine heart surgery went terribly wrong, Michal spent weeks in ICU fighting sepsis and multi-organ failure. During her time in...
Mobility Dogs has launched a nationwide awareness and education campaign to showcase its unique and vital role in supporting people living with disabilities, as well as providing therapeutic and companion dogs across Aotearoa New Zealand. As one of just three...
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,...
Introducing Milo, a remarkable Labrador x Golden Retriever, who will be celebrating his second birthday in May. Milo’s upcoming placement as a Therapy Dog in Waikowhai Intermediate School in Auckland is an exciting milestone as he is the first-ever Therapy Dog...
In the heart of Auckland’s Waitakere Courts, a unique presence named Holly, along with her handler Karen, is making a meaningful difference. Holly is not your usual courthouse employee; she’s a Mobility Dog on a mission, providing comfort and support in a...
Judy and Grant Reid are based in the Southern Lakes District and along with being puppy raisers for Mobility Dogs, Grant is also the Senior Trainer for the area. Â They hail from Colorado where Judy taught English, grades 7 through to college level, and Grant taught...
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