AGXStarseed
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IF you ever needed proof that dogs really are man’s best friend, then look no further.
Mahe refuses to leave the side of his young owner James
These heartwarming pictures show devoted canine Mahe refusing to leave the side of his nine-year-old autistic owner during a hospital visit.
James Isaac cannot speak and is uncomfortable with being touched, meaning public outings and medical appointments can prove terrifying for the youngster.
But fortunately his faithful canine friend Mahe was allowed to stay with him during a recent hospital trip to have an MRI scan, needed to help diagnose his seizures.
These incredible images show Mahe laying beside James in his hospital bed as he was being put under for the scan.
The loving dog was seen nuzzling his young master, keeping him calm during the appointment.
James’ mother Michelle Isaac told Stuff.co.nz: "He was just looking at James, and looking really worried.”
Mahe and James first became inseparable two and a half years ago when the loyal pooch joined his family.
He was trained by Assistance Dogs New Zealand Trust to keep James safe and calm when they are out in public, where he used to feel anxious and scared.
Wendy Isaacs, who works for the trust, said: "There is such a magic that happens between a child with autism and the dogs, they just calm the kids down.
"The kids will maintain eye contact with the dog, but often not with their own parents and siblings."
SOURCE: http://www.express.co.uk/news/natur...oung-autistic-boy-master-hospital-James-Isaac
IF you ever needed proof that dogs really are man’s best friend, then look no further.
Mahe refuses to leave the side of his young owner James
These heartwarming pictures show devoted canine Mahe refusing to leave the side of his nine-year-old autistic owner during a hospital visit.
James Isaac cannot speak and is uncomfortable with being touched, meaning public outings and medical appointments can prove terrifying for the youngster.
But fortunately his faithful canine friend Mahe was allowed to stay with him during a recent hospital trip to have an MRI scan, needed to help diagnose his seizures.
These incredible images show Mahe laying beside James in his hospital bed as he was being put under for the scan.
The loving dog was seen nuzzling his young master, keeping him calm during the appointment.
James’ mother Michelle Isaac told Stuff.co.nz: "He was just looking at James, and looking really worried.”
Mahe and James first became inseparable two and a half years ago when the loyal pooch joined his family.
He was trained by Assistance Dogs New Zealand Trust to keep James safe and calm when they are out in public, where he used to feel anxious and scared.
Wendy Isaacs, who works for the trust, said: "There is such a magic that happens between a child with autism and the dogs, they just calm the kids down.
"The kids will maintain eye contact with the dog, but often not with their own parents and siblings."
SOURCE: http://www.express.co.uk/news/natur...oung-autistic-boy-master-hospital-James-Isaac
