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How mobility dogs are helping children with mobility issues

A study led by Trinity College has shown improvement in physical activity and social engagement i...

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15.14 16 Sep 2025


How mobility dogs are helping children with mobility issues


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15.14 16 Sep 2025


A study led by Trinity College has shown improvement in physical activity and social engagement in children with mobility issues when a specially trained mobility assistance dog is introduced.

Dr Heather Curtain from Trinity School of Engineering and the Gait Laboratory was the first author of this research, and joins Seán to discuss.

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