MUM Rachel Austin, who suffered severe head injuries in a car crash, has told how her wonder dog, Ava, is helping her survive everyday life. Rachel says her two-year-old golden Labrador from charity Dogs for the Disabled is a priceless gift. Specially trained Ava can: Unload the washing machine so 42-year-old Rachel doesn't have to risk falling over. Fetch the telephone so Rachel doesn't miss a vital call. Pull off socks and jackets – a task Rachel, from Ripley, finds impossible due...
Reported by Derby Telegraph 22 hours ago.
MUM Rachel Austin, who suffered severe head injuries in a car crash, has told how her wonder dog, Ava, is helping her survive everyday life. Rachel says her two-year-old golden Labrador from charity Dogs for the Disabled is a priceless gift. Specially trained Ava can: Unload the washing machine so 42-year-old Rachel doesn't have to risk falling over. Fetch the telephone so Rachel doesn't miss a vital call. Pull off socks and jackets – a task Rachel, from Ripley, finds impossible due...
Reported by Derby Telegraph 22 hours ago.