Beyond the Leash: How Service Dogs Enable Independence

16/09/2025 44 min Episodio 19
Beyond the Leash: How Service Dogs Enable Independence

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Episode Synopsis

September is National Service Dog Month!
Join AJ for a conversation with Allison "Alli" Romano on the independence she's achieved through her partnership with her hearing service dog, Poppy.
In honor of National Service Dog Month, this episode highlights how a service dog can support a young professional's journey. Alli shares how Poppy helps her with crucial daily tasks, like waking her up for work, which has given her a newfound sense of independence. And if you don't already know her, Poppy is also a bit of a social media star herself!
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