Some days feel overwhelming. For you or someone you care for. The right guidance and support can help bring calm, routine, and confidence to family life. Family Dog from Dogs for Good gives you the tools, expert advice, and community support to build stronger connections, navigate everyday challenges, and make a real difference for your family.
Family Dog is a unique programme that helps families explore how a pet dog, either your current companion or one you are thinking of getting, can provide emotional and practical support at home.
The programme is specially designed for families with autistic children, individuals with a physical disability or dementia, and anyone supporting a family member with diverse or complex needs.
Speak to our Family Dog team today to find out more about how it can work for you.
Whether you have an autistic child, a relative with dementia or yourself or a family member has a physical disability, our workshops offer a supportive space to better understand your dog’s needs and strengthen your bond.
The bond formed between an autistic child and their pet dog can unlock opportunities for connection - improving wellbeing and social interactions, and reducing stress for the whole family.
A strong bond with a pet dog can bring much-needed emotional and practical support for people with physical disabilities - and their families.
The human-dog bond can bring so many benefits to families living with dementia - helping them to live with more confidence, motivation and joy.
So much information but not too much! Well-planned and thought through. Lots of little tips that I wouldn't even have thought of. Totally non-judgmental, open and accepting.
By joining the Family Dog programme, you’ll gain expert guidance, practical tools, and ongoing community support - helping your dog become a trusted companion and creating a meaningful bond that supports your family in everyday life.
You can sign up to a workshop series that fits you and your family’s needs, with flexible online and in-person options available for just £60. You can preview the content, choose a date that works for you, and take the first step towards making everyday family life easier, more positive, and more possible.
These playlists are designed to support calm, focus, and routine. They’ve been carefully curated to help families find headspace, take a pause, and feel more grounded during busy or challenging times.
Take a moment to pause, unwind, and recharge whenever life feels overwhelming.
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Find focus and quiet energy to help settle into tasks and routines.
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Step outside, lift the mood, and enjoy uplifting tunes that turn any walk into a moment of joy.
Listen to playlistStill curious about how the Family Dog programme can help you? Whether you want to meet our team in person, learn more about the workshop content, or hear from Family Dog programme members, there are plenty of ways to learn more about it.
Take the next step – sign up for an Open Morning, or speak to the Family Dog team directly.
