Barkly
Breed:German shepherd
Barking from:VIC
Job title:Service Dog
What's up dog?
Barkly is and has been the most amazing addition to my life as I was hit by a Bus in 2016 and suffer from PTSD and Depression Barkly started hos Training at 8 weeks old and continues everyday He is well know around our town and in the local shops and loves getting attention from Everyone He helps me with my Depression on a daily basis and when it's time to cross roads he helps with that as I am scared of abysses and car.
He knows when I need him and he snuggles into me and helps with the panic attacks as soon as he sences them coming on anywhere anytime he is great with children of all ages and loves mature ppl aswell we go to primary schools and help some children who have Atisum and they love Barkly they just love his calmness and gentleness nature. Ilove him so much and so does everyone he meets xx thanks
2025 OZ Top Dog with a Job
Purpose
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