Assistance Dogs in Aged Care
Jun 03, 2025 6:00 PM
Dr Amanda Salmon BPsySC (Class 1 Hons); UQ
Assistance Dogs in Aged Care

The use of assistance dogs has the potential to provide a myriad of benefits to older adult owners, far beyond mere utility. However, despite legislation designed to prevent discrimination in accommodation for owners and assistance dogs, many aged care facilities continue to not allow owners to retain their dogs on relocation.