Autism Support Dog

focuses on how service dogs are trained to assist individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Learn about the tasks autism support dogs perform, how they can help children and adults with autism feel more secure, and how these dogs can improve social interactions and daily routines. This section also covers the certification process and the benefits of having a service dog for autism.

What is an Autism Service Dog?
December 1, 2024

What is an Autism Service Dog?

This guide will explore how autism service dogs help, who qualifies for one, the training process, legal rights, and much more.

By Olivia Matthews, PhD
What Is an Autism Assistance Dog?
February 8, 2026

What Is an Autism Assistance Dog?

Discover what an autism service dog is, how it helps individuals on the spectrum, what tasks it performs, and how it’s protected under U.S. law.

By Jason Hall, DVM