What are the symptoms of an autistic dog?

What are the symptoms of an autistic dog?

Dog autism symptoms may include:

• Repetitive behaviors, like tail-chasing or walking in circles.
• Distress at breaking normal routines.
• Challenges adapting to new situations.
• Unusual sensory responses (like extreme sensitivity to light or petting)

What is the best dog for autism?

Most support and therapy dogs are larger breeds; some of the most popular dogs for children with autism include golden retrievers, Labrador retrievers, standard poodles, Staffordshire bull terriers, and German shepherds.