ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2017
The Impact of Service Dogs on Engagement in Occupation among Females with Mobility Impairments: A Qualitative Descriptive Study.
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- An exploratory investigation of psychosocial effects of service dogs on veterans' families from the perspective of family members.Frontiers in psychology · 2025Article
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- Examining the use of assistance dogs to enhance participation in everyday occupations for people with mobility challenges.The British journal of occupational therapy · 2023Article
- Older Wheelchair Users Recommend Age-Friendly Design Improvements to a Wheelchair Maintenance App: Mixed Methods Development Study.JMIR aging · 2022Article
- Understanding the participation outcomes for persons with disability when partnered with assistance dogs: A scoping review.Australian occupational therapy journal · 2022Article
- A Scoping Review of the Benefits and Challenges of Using Service Dogs for Finding and Maintaining Employment.Journal of occupational rehabilitation · 2022Article
- To live with a wagging tailed assistant - Service and hearing dog ownership from the perspective of Swedish owners.Health & social care in the community · 2021Article
- Mobility and medical service dogs: a qualitative analysis of expectations and experiences.Disability and rehabilitation. Assistive technology · 2020Article
- The effects of service dogs on psychosocial health and wellbeing for individuals with physical disabilities or chronic conditions.Disability and rehabilitation · 2020Article
- Effective Multidisciplinary Search Strategies for Assistance Animals: A Librarian's Perspective.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2019Article
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Abstract
It is becoming more common for people with disabilities to procure service dogs as a form of assistive technology (AT). However, there is little qualitative research examining the impact of service dogs on engagement in valued daily activities (occupations) among persons with mobility impairments. This study used a qualitative descriptive methodology to learn about the experiences of four female service dog owners with mobility impairments, with a focus on the impact of service dog use on the performance of daily occupations and participation in social activities, and their experiences utilizing a service dog as a form of AT. Data analysis indicated that each participant's service dog made a significant impact on their everyday lives and their ability to independently perform everyday activities; however, there are also unique challenges associated with service dog ownership that must be considered when evaluating benefits of service dog partnership. Overall, the positive outcomes reported by participants indicate that service dogs can be considered a beneficial, adaptable form of AT for some persons with mobility impairments.
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