The article introduces an extraordinary golden retriever who helps his owner Irina not only in her daily activities, but also warns of upcoming pain episodes. It tells about the training of dog assistants, their ability to recognize human states and the invaluable help that provides more security and quality of life.
"Like drilling through bones": Irina has been suffering from extreme pain for 10 years, but her dog Aura helps (LRT.lt, 2025-09-06)
The article tells the story of Irina, who has been living with severe chronic pain for a decade, which is relieved by her dog Aura, a specially trained assistance dog. Aura not only helps with daily activities, but also recognizes changes in her owner’s condition and warns of impending pain attacks. This story reveals how an assistance dog can become an invaluable physical and emotional support for a person with a disability.