Kyla the labradoodle is a pup who makes everyone’s life better around her. This is her beautiful story.
There’s so much to say about this gorgeous girl. Upon organising her portrait her brave mum Anja (who has given me permission to share their story) told me of the struggles she has with C-PTSD (Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) and the love and support her incredible parents give her to overcome this condition.
The best medicine prescribed by her psychologist was a mental health assistance dog. Which was glorious news! However because of her work life, committing to a puppy, along with the intensive training required for Assistance Dog certification, wasn’t realistic.
Until her parents said they were willing to keep and train a dog for as long as necessary, then she can join Anja full time. With much relief and gratitude, sweet puppy Kyla entered their lives.
Life was transformed for Anja with Kyla by her side. But when it came time for them to move interstate, it was both a proud and sad goodbye for her parents who would not get to see them as often. In Anja’s words “I know they miss and love us both, but I think they miss Kyla more”
Anja commissioned this portrait for her parents “as a perfect reminder of the animal they love and the remarkable thing they’ve done for their daughter” – a truely special Christmas present. And I’m happy to report Kyla passed her Public Access Test with flying colours!
Their story continues – just follow Anja and Kyla on their Instagram @thekylachronicles
Kyla’s canvas print pet portrait is hanging in pride of place in Anja’s parents home.
