An Edinburgh woman is urging people to vote for her specially-trained dog to be , saying she has helped her cope with hidden disabilities.
Sarah Kelly got chocolate labrador Milly-Bear six months ago to help her deal with PTSD and autism.
Milly Bear will interrupt symptoms of PTSD or autism by nudging or gently pawing her face and reassures her in busy places.
Sarah, 35, says her dog can detect subtle changes of voice and body language to tell when she needs help.
The mother-of-two, from Trinity, has entered her "angel" Milly-Bear into the 2019 Pet Hero Awards by security experts Safe.
She told Edinburgh Live: "We bonded straight away..
"She alerts and responds to complex PTSD triggers and flashbacks, autism sensory issues and I also use her to block space in busy places, she is also learning deep pressure on my lap to ground me."
You can vote for Milly Bear online here.
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