How My Service Dog Helps Me!!

[@claytonstokes8655]

My wife and I loved your story. My wife has problems with her legs and wanted a lean on service, and I survived a ruptured brain aneurysm and several strokes. The strokes cause me to also have seizures. Someone pointed out that we needed a service dog. I joked with my wife that I needed a “Big ass dog to help get my big ass up off the ground” if I fell and had trouble getting up. She was able to find an Irish Wolfhound breeder, we named her Boudica. Now, my wife is a great dog trainer, she trained our two previous dog to do all kinds of amazing things. But she never trained Boudica as a seizure alert dog. One morning she jumped up on our bed and laid over my legs, and would not let me up no matter what. It took my youngest daughter and my wife to pull her off of me. Later that day I had a seizure. She saved our lives because we didn’t know how my seizures were caused so, we were quite afraid to leave the house. Boudica gave us that freedom, she gave us love that we will never forget. Our baby Boudica passed away three years ago and we are still grieving her loss. The huge hole she left us with, all 180+ pounds of her is hard, so,hard that we don’t know if we can ever get another dog. We enjoyed your video, thank you so much for sharing.

[@pambranscom7093]

Get a new helper you won't regret it

[@claytonstokes8655]

@@pambranscom7093 Ha, thank you so much. We would really like to, the breeder we got Boudica from only vest trained her. My wife did all the other training for us. I think (pardon my memory damage) that we got her for around $900, we have only seen Irish Wolfhounds for no lower than $3,000. Kinda high for two people on SSI.

[@denisekoltys3019]

I’ve had English Mastiffs for 30 yrs and am disabled. I fall down. But the Mastiffs keep me from hitting the floor. But sometimes they put me in the floor after I fall. They walk up my legs (beside, not on top lol) and I put my arms around their neck and they back up. They know things!! I try to always have more than one. I try to always shop for another before the oldest one leaves. They only live 8-10 yrs. They are messy drooley furie beasties. Yes it always almost kills me when one leaves - but I still have more to help me over it.

[@symhele]

I thing Boudica simply wishes that you all consider opening your heart for another dog, who may even be already alive and waiting on you. Another dog cannot, nor will he/she take Boudica s' place, as no child can replace another child neither: they are ALL part of a set of living beings making that family thoughout time, and it is certainly NOT according to the heart of any dog, that a family looses from its swing and brightness to let space to death. To mourn is human, but let us take example of our beloved furry team-mates who will EVER be open to one dog more, one new friend, just because they are by their love so close to the essence of life. Good luck in finding soon the little furry brother or sister your Boudica ALREADY sent your family, to take over where she left. This is the peace and love dogs bring to all "their families" who are willing to listen to them. Good luck.

[@denisekoltys3019]

@@symhele Absolutely perfectly said! As a ol woman I don’t pray for a longer life - I pray for one more dog to love.

[@malindadesertwolf2736]

Thank you for pointing out the emotional support they give people

[@GayCorvidae69]

Yes! Do know that Service Dogs and Emotional Support Animals are not the same and ESAs do not have public access (not specifically you, just anone who did not know that. Though service dogs cana lso provide emotional support, ESAs are not service dogs)

[@KyleGodNFamilyForever30]

I'm Checking In From Louisiana I've Been Watching Y'all Every Night Since 2020 I Am 29 Yrs Old I'll Be 30 On March 18th Im Paralyzed From The Waist Down Born With Spina Bifida You Guy Are A Motivation To Me Major Love To Y'all

[@mon6745]

Happy Early Birthday 🎉

[@alyssawssinging4039]

Happy early birthday 🎉🎉

[@LithaMoonSong]

I bet you are a motivation to many and you just don't know it yet, I know your comment made me smile because you are happy to let Cole know he is having the impact he hopes to have.

[@KyleGodNFamilyForever30]

@@mon6745 I Truly Appreciate It‼️😇❤️

[@KyleGodNFamilyForever30]

@@alyssawssinging4039 I Truly Appreciate It‼️😇❤️

[@DMKnight1990]

Anyone saying "she doesnt look like a service dog" has probably never seen a service dog at home. Even guide dogs for the visually impaired are regular dogs for the most part at home until they put that harness on and start working

[@mythoughts6922]

Agreed 💯, and it does not matter what they look like, lol. They come in all breeds, size, shapes and colors! It also depends on the disability and needs of the person. As to the size and or if a specific breed is best or any type. Most important is the temperament, ability to be loyal and focused to their person, not get easily distracted, follow commands and not be dog, cat aggressive etc. As well many other things!

[@RonisRelaxin007]

You shouldn't have to make a video proving anything to anyone, but it was truly amazing to see the relationship you have with Sophie!!!❤ You can tell she's happy & such a blessing to your family🥰

[@heidia6270]

I was thinking the same!! 😜

[@MsStina84]

I'm thinking that this is an awareness channel and telling what the service dog does is part of that.

[@skyelynnae]

​@MsStina84 there have been comments on other videos of people saying that they treat Sophie like a house dog/pet and not a service dog, which I think is a rude assumption

[@debbyweaver9854]

I will be saving this video to share with the less educated about service dogs. My daughter has one and we are looking for one as well. Because of allergies and shedding issues we need a poodle or a poodle mix with the poodle coat. Finding a standard size ( used to be called King ) poodle is hard. 😮‍💨 Your disability is obvious, mine and my daughter's are not. 🙂 Many a day out has been ruined by comments from ignorant and rude people. We are polar opposites in size and at the time she had a Great Dane who always wore his vest when we were out. Some of the rude comments we got were, "Why do you need a cane, just ride the dog."🤦🏻🙄😤 Once, I was using an electric chair🧑🏻‍🦼 in a store because I was recovering from foot surgery 😣 and the dog's lead was in my lap while my daughter was at the other end of the aisle. Someone walked past me muttering, " If you weren't so fat you wouldn't need that chair.". 🧑🏻‍🦼😤 My instant response was, "And your Mom should have used birth control.". 🫄🏻🤬😤They actually stopped and yelled at ME for being so rude! 🤦🏻🤯🤨😡 Let's just say the incident didn't end well... for them and they walked away with some scorched tail feathers!!!! 🔥🐓🐔🪶🔥

[@Coffeecup.0110]

Same thinking here! As interesting as this is, no one should have to explain what their service dog provides. Sophie seems like such a joy! ❤❤❤

[@lezup]

Sophie is a a good girl. I’m glad you have her.

[@talapeanutbutter4250]

We had our husky for close to 14 years. She was my service dog mostly when we went out into stores. At Publix as I was waiting in the pharmacy line, a person started questioning me because of my dog, Who, by the way, was lying on the floor next to my side. The lady behind me said to the rude person, “her dog is acting better than most kids!” It’s been 2 years and we miss her terribly. One day, maybe we’ll get another dog. BTW, she can be trained to know when she can relax and just be a dog. We taught our dog the word, “at ease”. She knew then it was time to have fun. When we’d say her name and, “come”, she knew it was time to be needed again.

[@Mychannel89581]

Praying for you in this time of your grief. 🙏😭 Although she is physically gone, her pawprints will remain in your hearts forever. ♡🐾 Rest in peace 💐🐕 You will be forever missed & loved. 😘

[@Raven_Rozze]

I love how Sophie's home life looks. She seems so happy and playful, while being a wonderful physical and emotional support animal! I think emotional support animals need to be taken more seriously as well.

[@itsagirljc]

emotional support animals already are taken TOO SERIOUSLY like some people think they got public access "like no"

[@Raven_Rozze]

@@itsagirljc If you have an actual diagnosed mental health issue... then YES!

[@itsagirljc]

@@Raven_Rozze Oh yeah! but sometimes people will like use them for like reasons that like don't apply, or like make there dog become an emotional support animal without any training; and like bring them out in pub lic even though they don't have public access rights and they can distract service dogs

[@Raven_Rozze]

@@itsagirljc That's a slippery slope though of the "maybes" and "what-ifs." I am a disabled individual and know people who claim animals as physical support workers when they are not certified. I think it best to give individuals the benefit of the doubt and if the animal seems too unruly to address the issue then.

[@itsagirljc]

@@Raven_Rozze U do u but that's just my opinion and I mostly see little chawwawas barking with a vest saying emotional support so yeah

[@TUPELO_HUNNY]

My SD died suddenly and unexpectedly 6 months ago...worst loss of my life. Sophie is amazing ❤❤❤

[@coleandcharisma]

Sooo sorry for your loss!! 🤍🤍

[@MoDavI-sl7iy]

My condolences

[@lorithrower2467]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I understand how deeply you feel it. ❤

[@suzanneforasiepi3942]

​@@coleandcharismaGod bless you and your dog 🐕 have a great day dear man sincerely Ms Suzanne 😊😇🫂

[@carolg.6838]

Pet loss is sad. She was a friend that you could rely for company and to keep you safe. I hope you can get another service dog.

[@MoDavI-sl7iy]

Sophie is not only a service dog, she's also adorable ❣️

[@Jana-j6d5w]

Dogs are special animals!!!! 💞🐾👏

[@gabriellejohnson7324]

Standard Poodles are so smart and awesome. She's the perfect breed for a companion/assist dog. She's also Gorgeous 😍

[@cchambersglenn]

So interesting. I have had a service dog for many years. Walter is my third service dog for mobility issues and because I am deaf. He helps me so much!

[@EleanorTin12]

I think people forget how intelligent dogs are and that at the end of the day, if you give them a chance and train them, they find it so stimulating. Love them they are wonderful lil things.

[@kiarimarie]

Its cute that she seems to also have a productive bond with Charisma, so happy to tell Mom when she's helped Dad.

[@KyleGodNFamilyForever30]

Hello Cole Sophie, & Charisma I'm Checking From Louisiana I'm Paralyzed From The Waist Down Born With Spina Bifida...My Birthday Is March 18th I Will Be Making 30 Years Old I Watch Y'all Videos All Day Errrryday Y'all Are My Everrrrryday Motivation ❤️🤞🏾

[@christinelamb1167]

Awww, Sophie is so sweet, and so loyal and hardworking! It's a very special relationship between a service dog and their person. I'm so happy you have her, and she has y'all. What a great family! 😊🐕‍🦺

[@PAMELA-k9p6f]

This video is beautiful it not only shows she's a service animal but a a family pet that is very loved ❤😊

[@ribbleslipscomb5171]

I love that you have Sophie to help you out. She is adorable.

[@ebkikibo]

I hope you continue to educate people on service dogs. Sometimes you see them and they seem unhappy. Some service dog owners need to remember, they are STILL a dog and DESERVE a happy life, like Sophie.

[@junbh2]

That's interesting. I've never seen an unhappy looking service dog. I wonder if some programs are better than others at training the dogs and the handlers to work well together.

[@ebkikibo]

@junbh2 Come to WA State. Some dogs look miserable. Could be our weather? Plus, some owners will snap at you if you even speak to the animal. People here are weird anyway. It is my hometown.

[@lellab.8179]

@@ebkikibo Actually, you should NEVER speak to a service dog, unless you asked the permission to their handler (and they can deny it). You should NEVER distract a service dog from their work in any way.

[@ebkikibo]

@lellab.8179 DUH. I'm speaking just in general. I don't go around purposefully distracting service dogs. It's not always what you do, but how you do it. I don't know them, but I suspect Cole would not get too bent out of shape if someone happened to speak to Sophie under normal circumstances. Dogs have more sense than some people. You can deal with it. I'm sure children try to engage as well. JS.

[@latoyamcdonald4444]

​@@ebkikiboI would hope parents would teach their children not to talked or try to pet a service dog. We sure do with my niece's and nephews.

[@simplydanlrene4276]

She is beautiful. I am disabled in a wheelchair/powerchair....and Daisy always tries to help me. She also knows when I need to lay down and lures me to bed LOL.

[@SongWolf27]

In Canada, there is no registration for service dogs. Dogs are trained specifically for what the needs of the human are. I have been training animals since I was a kid, so when I was in need of a service dog, I took it upon myself to train a dog to my needs. I too have allergies, and there are few breeds that don't trigger me. I had a 4 lbs. Chihuahua that I trained to alert me when my glucose levels dropped or spiked. He was also trained to alert others when I need assistance. I trained him not to bark unless I was in danger, and he'd "whisper" when most dogs would bark excessively. He was very obedient and wouldn't even eat unless I told him to. He did everything I asked him to do, and never complained unless I was cleaning my bed off from all the pet hair. LOL Sure he was too small to turn off lights or fetch me a drink from the fridge, but I didn't need that kind of support. I had doctors testimony letters stating that he did a medical service and that he was well behaved, but I still got flack from some ignorant individuals.

[@faukerconsulting835]

☝🏻It's the same here in the USA...NO service dog registration!!! I'm training my 2nd service dog as I ease my 1st self trained service dog into retirement 😊

[@carashea4207]

Aww, Watching Sophie come running to pick things up for Cole is so super cool and brought tears to my eyes lol

[@ednanelson1897]

Sophie has grown so much. I remember how little she was when you first got her. I remembered you working with the trainer and her running around your yard at the house in VA. I'm so glad she's working out for you guys. Love ya❤❤

[@beverlyt.5526]

Sophie is not only beautiful but very intelligent 💖. She's such a wonderful doggy and such a blessing 🙌.

[@heidia6270]

Sophie’s such a sweet girl and a great service dog! I’m so glad you guys have her!! ❤️ I find it so fascinating how service dogs take their work mode responsibility so seriously. It seriously could be life or death for someone. Dogs are angels on earth!! ❤

[@teresaintexas]

Sophie is such a beautiful dog!!😍🥰 She’s a blessing!!🫶🏼

[@beverlydust5381]

I am disabled but don't have a service dog, but I do respect that they were very specifically trained to help the individual especially in public. I see so many people who are unaware of the fact that they can't distract a service dog, from their tasks, it's vital for people who need a service/medical alert dog,people who have seizures or heart conditions, Sophie's role is just as important to you as she is a big help to doing tasks you can't do without her help. Great job Sophie ❤!

[@heatherinde]

I’ve been watching you all for years and I noticed Sophie helps you a lot but I wasn’t sure she was a facility trained service dog or not. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience and the ways she helps you. I love the story of how she dropped the phone right where you needed it. She sounds incredibly smart. And the birthday tutu story. Miscommunication there. Haha

[@ziggy33399]

No rules or regulations on “facility “ training. I have a service dog who’s never been to a “facility “. Geesh, there’s a LOT of misinformation around this. She happens to be a golden retriever but I knew one tiny dog who could tell when the owner was going to have a seizure & save her life. Mine does many tasks that I never even thought to teach…she even knows blood pressure. Saved me many times. Dr approved & recommended. Husband picked her out of a litter. Try not to play judge, ok? Thanks.

[@mariearmstrong9185]

The joy Sophie gives Cole is apparent with how excited Cole is talking about her.

[@marynamurray9385]

Awww, so great of you to dedicate a video to Sophie and her "work". Also, she is so well trained and gorgeous! Sophie is a fantastic member of your family🌻

[@barbarahagofsky1191]

I love how both of you interact with Sophie. God bless all 3 of you!

[@BrLambert]

Dogs are amazing animals, I related to your story at about 9:38 concerning my brother and his regular dog who saved his life when he fell off his mule in the mountains with a punctured lung, his dog ran home and got his wife who later found him. So grateful.

[@Murrrrrrp]

Omgosh, she’s so cute. So glad you guys found her. 🩷

[@michelestellar7725]

I used to raise German Shorthaired Pointers. Almost 35 years ago I donated pups twice to a service dog training organization. Both made it thru training and were given to people. The first pup went to a quadriplegic. We went to his 'graduation' several states from us. I was told he was the first GSP service dog ever. My line was specifically bred for intelligence, flexibility, and a larger than usual size. We were proud of our boy and grateful that we could be helping others. The folks who received the dog were planning a wedding and 'Scout' was scheduled to be their ring bearer. Not every pup had the potential, but the next time I had one I was happy to have another to donate. The dogs and the people who train the dogs and the people they serve are the real deal. I was wondering if your dog by chance was a GSP Poodle cross.She looks like it might be that mix. I hope all people in need of service dogs are as dog friendly as you two are.

[@ChrisW228]

I love that you include the training of you and Charisma. Too many people think a dog is trained on commands, and whoever issues the command, the dog follows. Not the case. Person-dog pairs are trained. When our pup went through obedience training, he went twice; once with me and once with hubs. People always express surprise that he listens to both of us, saying things like, “Ours will listen to him, but not me.” That’s why. People require training, too.

[@crohniequeenab]

She’s so cute and smart. She’s very helpful. Perfect match I’d say

[@vilmawatson-xv7mq]

Hello Cole and Charisma happy Sunday sending love from Jamaica 🇯🇲 ❤❤

[@Browneyegirl_13]

Cole - when Sophie wears her vest it's time to work when she's at home she doesn't need her vest then she's free to play.😊...and Charisma is an amazing person with a beautiful soul. You are meant to be together❤️

[@deanawells4395]

Sophie is a super hero ❤

[@lisah.07]

Thank You so much for sharing! I've been looking for my Service Dog for a long, long, long time. Drs. leave it up all to your own doing. I look and research for months then get frustrated and quit. Then I pick it up again for awhile. Get discouraged and stop...It's not the easiest thing to do on your own. Thank you both for caring, teaching, sharing your life... journey! 🥰🙏🏻♥️💪🏻♥️🐕‍🦺🐶🙏🏻♥️

[@MightyMingos]

I am in Florida and very flexible with our payments and disabilities we work with.

[@joandepies7133]

Loved this video and how special Sophie is to you both.

[@ChrisW228]

Thank you, also, for clarifying the laws surrounding service dogs. You can always tell when someone is scamming when they become indignant upon being asked what services the dog performs. Personally, I’ve never understood why there isn’t some simple government issued “something” (like a parking placard, etc.) but in lieu of that, if someone refuses to answer what functions the pet performs, I support the businesses in taking appropriate action. (I initially added what mine does, as another example, but I removed it so as not to give less honorable people ideas. Mine are invisible illnesses, so I’m questioned a lot.)

[@MoDavI-sl7iy]

She looked so cute in her birthday outfit

[@liztunstall6693]

I'm glad you both have Sophie. She is beautiful. Continue to be blessed always ❤️ 🙏🏼

[@luciamancini9518]

What a beautiful fur daughter shes the best for your little family god bless you both are an inspiration❤❤❤

[@sallyjones2736]

Thanks for sharing Sophie with us. She is an amazing dog. And cute too!

[@annmarieveronicajames2536]

Beautiful idea about getting a dog 🐕 and support it brings to both and home 🏡. 🙏📖😇

[@nancydavieau]

Sophie is such a sweetheart

[@miss.phyllisreneefoster9547]

look at little Sophie she is so cute and I always wish this couple so well so well they deserve it god bless them so much amen.

[@4everafanofcc857]

And, don't forget.....Sophie can even assist Charisma in taking out the trash. Saw this on Tik Tok. SO adorable. I love Sophie too!

[@coleandcharisma]

Yessss! Haha thank you

[@rhondallyons9842]

God truly blessed you with Sophie!! ❤

[@LectronCircuits]

One thing that we can all agree on: Sophie is a very cute dog. Cheers!

[@sueantoine3855]

Poodles are very smart dogs. She does a great job for you.❤

[@nett0001]

That’s a beautiful thing you have a service dog now, what a blessing! ❤

[@selhaizea800]

World should learn from this, that dogs nowdays can be really helpful worker. As support therapy or service dog in general.

[@eugeniajones1895]

I remember when you received her. She is so cute and adorable. She is a great Dog. And she loves ❤ Cole and Chrismia. Sophie knows the difference of being in the service dog mode and a regular dog. When she isn't working. Love watching her and she has been such a blessing to you and family. She helps out a lot. 😊😊😊😊❤❤❤

[@CatherineButler-px9of]

Bless her! You are giving her the best life ever! She loves you and her job helping her. Dogs are amazing.

[@Chronicallyliza]

No hate at all. I am a new subscriber I just wanted to let you know that certifications do not hold up in anything sadly in the US. Programs usually give you certifications saying this dog was trained by this program and this trainer. But there is no such thing as a certified service dog in the US. I love your story I gotten my first service dog from a program and than owner trained my own service dog. They amazing animals and I honestly don’t know what I’d do with out my service dogs 💕

[@ulalaFrugilega]

My dog just taught himself to pick stuff up I drop! Dogs are so happy to help us, after a life with them I'm actually sure working dogs are the happiest.

[@hjcdormouse7337]

Poodles are amazing... We rescued our Standard Poodle 2 years ago he was so unkempt and neglected but such a gentle giant. I have Adrenal Insufficiency and produce no cortisol he has obviously a scent alert when I am about to crash and nose bops me until I take extra medication and level goes up. A true life saver. Piper also black with grey beard and eyebrows that speak volumes like Sophie. To watch a Poodle run those long legs is a utter joyful experience 💜

[@tabithalandon4793]

I really appreciate this video! Thank you for showing us what Sophie does for you. I am a wheelchair user and would love to have a service dog someday! You definitely didn't need to prove that she helps you, but for people like me, who honestly thought she was "just" a pet, I now understand your journey with her.

[@helenafuentesramajo6633]

I'm glad you found each other, you were meant to be 🥰 she's so happy when she helps and pleases her humans

[@Lauriesjourney]

She is awesome! Thanks for sharing, ALS service dogs are trained in many tasks. My friend had a service dog until her death. Roxi lives with me now. I tale her to ALS awareness for ALS. Roxi is trained to alert. Retrieve, pull off socks and bring slippers hold the slipper until each foot which was so cool. Haley loved Roxi so much, she asked me to take her. Roxi was with Haley 8 years, I will send you all a really cool video to watch its Roxi a d Haley in a 3 minute video 8 years Condensed for the ALS awareness conferences. It shows just how perfect a service animal is for ALS. Roxi is a blonde labradorite. I take her to stores to keep her trained. The managers know she's training and allow us in weekly. She is also a balance keeper, I tripped on a lifted sidewalk crash she positioned herself to keep me from falling She's a cool pal. She cannot move to another ALS patient because of her age. Haley taught her to smile lol it's a doodler smile teeth showing lol. She is 12 years old. She us perfect for the conferences and training awareness. Keep rolling on!

[@lorithrower2467]

I can't tell you how good I feel from watching this video. What an amazing family you all are. What a wonderful long life she will have with you both, loved, cared for and ENJOYED as a dog should and needs to be. I often feel so sad for other service dogs, one I know, who never gets to run, or play with other dogs or just be a dog. His whole life has been service. He loves to be near other people and dogs, super friendly, sweet natured, but ALWAYS, ALWAYS, tied to service. I am only considering the dog’s life here, playing devils advocate so to speak, while fully understanding the needs of their owner and that is what comes first. I just wish someone whose dog is chained to them would have someone who they could trust to take the dog out and let them be a dog for some DOG FUN, once in a while.🐾🐾 I have offered but never been accepted.

[@pittymama4500]

I self trained my service dog and I would not trade him for the world because like you I have found that the support that he provides the most is the emotional support. We do have tasks that he helps with but he always is there for me emotionally. once your dog knows how you communicate and how to learn, they pick up these things really fast and it just creates this dynamic between you and your dog that is beautiful. Our service dogs can be emotional support dogs. Just because they are one does not mean they cannot be the other. Thank you for educating the general public because it helps all of us.

[@sherrimartin1057]

I have SO enjoyed this video ! Such funny stories. Thank you for sharing. Dogs and grandkids always make my day !❤

[@richards5843]

I am watching my Newphews black labradoodle while on vacation and she is the best dog. I think they are the best family dog. Great Video!

[@sandraserafini4351]

Service dogs are truly amazing , but I'm glad she gets lots of dogie fun time to .yous are a lovely couple .

[@lynettespangenberg2745]

Cole, you did a fantastic job of explaining Sophie's roles, to help us understand her roles and yours! Thx!! (So we don't make incorrect assumptions and be tempted to be critical or judgemental! Theres WAY too much of THAT these days!!!) My sister saw you guys at the San Diego Zoo a couple weeks ago - I so wished I'd been there, but, she was so impressed!! Love to all!!!

[@caliluv4244]

Simply beautiful and brilliant. Dogs, service and otherwise, rule. 💕 🐾

[@vell2994]

Dogs are just angels. The bond with an animal is magical. I dreamed all my life about having a dog. And now with nearly 30 I finally have my already 2 year old fur baby. Dogs are just the most precious companionship

[@kamiko70]

shes a sweet baby and she deserves to be with your loving family.

[@Sarahthenorthwoodsstitcher]

Sophie is so talented and smart! She needs two middle names❤. All pups love “jobs”. It’s how they show their love and intelligence ❤She’s wonderful

[@debbie5454]

Oh my goodness she is amazing! I have a mini black Labradoodle. This is like looking at a large version of my dog. I can understand why she needs to wear a vest in public because these dogs are just too darn cute. People want to pet them all the time. Thanks so much for sharing this beautiful relationship you have with Sophie.❤

[@BecomingNormalish]

❤ can we seriously stop for a minute and congratulate this man on thinking about his partner and how unhappy she would be full of allergies! You're a team and that's amazing! I loved seeing the video of charisma playing with her, how cute and I'm so glad you found a hypoallergenic dog that works for both of you! Dogs are so amazing!😀❤

[@renaalbright6201]

All service dogs need time to be just a dog and play!! Sophie is an amazing dog!!!

[@rhonah2255]

Sophie is so sweet. I’m happy you have her!

[@suzandobreuenaski8134]

Thanks guys!!❤

[@audreymaqks]

Sophie is awesome. Loved when she was running ZOOMIES . She knew you were talking about how smart she is ❤

[@nwtigerwoodard1471]

He is so beautiful and so well trained makes my heart sing that he helps you out so much. In 1969 my husband went to Vietnam and I was home with five children under seven and I bought a dog to be with us a standard black poodle, he checked each and everyone of our rooms every night and then came and laid in front of my bed never on my bed just in front of it. He was so loved as the doctor said , that’s why he lived 19 years what a faithful dog he was. He fit his name Pepe.

[@licksnkicks1166]

Sophie is gorgeous! I am so happy you have her! Thank you for your strength and courage.

[@keldaMouse]

dogs are such a gift from God. SO happy you all found the right pup for you. I love that dogs just want to please you and love to work! Blessings.

[@mikeydevecka9168]

ik u guys probably won't see this but Cole ur an absolute legend, u show me that us humans can give through a tragedy and still be able to live life normally after something very traumatic and I want to say ur living proof of that much love man

[@kerry-lynnekryvenchuk1881]

I’m glad you have Sophie. What a well trained dog. Such a help to you

[@Ineden774]

Sophie is lovely and standard poodles love to please & are excellent companions! I’m on my second girl, each being an excellent companion! Enjoy! 😊

[@vickyaguilera3035]

How blessed you are to have each other.. meant to be together, to make life better.

[@Deedoof]

Even if just as emotional support, animals improve your life just by existing! ❤❤

[@termie2612]

Sohie is a wonderful, precious Treasure!!!! Thank you for sharing!

[@SamanthaAbbruzzese]

God has blessed you in your life with a beautiful wife and a great service dog. May God bless and keep you always.

[@chantalhounsom744]

Just the most heart warming story....what a delightful team you guys are! Shows you what love can do...🙌

[@lkooper]

She's so adorable and such a wonderful dog!! I love her!!

[@ernestinejones8822]

Sophie an cole a match made from heaven! Such a beautiful service dog ! Hope you two hav many many, wonderful years together!!bless u an Sophie- from South Carolina

[@gillianjohnson876]

You three are just wonderful. 😊❤

[@nikegirl1]

Put a smile on my heart seeing you guys all have each other. She is a wonderful dog.. Thank you for sharing.

[@WIlfredoMaldonado-v2l]

sophie is awesome!

[@kathysunshine7072]

Awesome job Sophie! I took care of a quadraplegic in Ohio & we went through a 2 week training program for his "Canine Companion" dog who was a big golden retriever. Love watching all of you.

[@TheLucyblades]

This video is so informative for people unfamiliar with service dogs. It's really helpful and I hope it will educate a lot of people. I'm so happy that you have Sophie

[@SizzlinLiz]

She's the best of both worlds, a million dollar dog. ❤❤

[@ajtmlffmffcmc2003]

Sophie doing a wonderful job 👏

[@BlueRascal54]

Sophie is incredible! God bless her and the two of you. 💕