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assistance dog

British

noun

a dog that has been specially trained to live with and accompany a disabled person, carrying out such tasks as prompting them to take medication or assisting them to cross a road

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Packing for university does not usually involve dog treats, leads and poo bags, but for students within the UK's growing 7,000-strong assistance dog community, these are essentials.

From BBC • Dec. 2, 2023

One of our Alpha Base Jedi had an assistance dog, a wolfhound named Chewie.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 24, 2023

The Equality Act 2010 prevents businesses refusing entry to those who need an assistance dog with them.

From BBC • Jan. 25, 2023

Harmonie-Rose, from Bath, has been training with an assistance dog to help her do tasks.

From BBC • Nov. 2, 2022

However, the law does not currently allow for the prosecution of dog owners if their animal attacks another dog, unless it is an assistance dog.

From BBC • Sep. 6, 2021

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