Alton-based assistance dog charity Dogs for Autism welcomed East Hampshire MP Damian Hinds to its training centre recently.

According to Autism Speaks, an organization dedicated to advocacy for those with autism, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) refers to a range of conditions characterized by repetitive behaviors, speech, ...

Having a predictable companion a child can grow up with might be most important for a child with Autism. Katie Rule, the placement and training director for the Autism Service Dogs of America, tells ...

RALEIGH (WTVD) -- People can get service and therapy dogs for a number of reasons and conditions. You've probably seen them for people who can't see or for those with PTSD. Some dogs can even sniff ...

The Seattle Seahawks and Brigadoon Service Dogs are teaming up to make a huge difference at Sunday's Salute to Service Game at Lumen Field. Brigadoon will provide an Autism Focused service dog to a ...

Bringing home a golden retriever named Topaz has been a "life-altering opportunity" for a Pennsylvania family. Topaz lives with "her boy," 9-year-old Chaise Clouser, as well as his mom Ashley, dad ...

SHEBOYGAN - In December, Lilyana Gischia asked Santa for an 18-month-old Bernedoodle named Bosley to become her forever service dog. Just before Christmas, her wish came true. Nine-year-old Lilyana ...

New research is changing how we understand canine behavior, suggesting some dogs may experience autism-like conditions similar to humans.

The idea that dogs might display autism-like traits first emerged in the 1960s, when veterinarians began noting unusual behavioral patterns that resembled symptoms seen in humans. Today, the ...