Diabetic Teen's Life Transformed by His Amazing Assistance Dog

France: A Dog's Devotion Helps Diabetic Teenager. Sixteen-year-old Mathis's life has been transformed by Ryo, his assistance dog, trained by the Acadia association. Ryo detects Mathis's blood sugar fluctuations, alerting him to prevent dangerous hypo- or hyperglycemic episodes. "Before Ryo," explains Mathis's mother, "I never left him alone because I was always afraid he would have a crisis and wouldn't be able to manage it." The video showcases the rigorous training involved, highlighting the dogs' ability to distinguish between samples of perspiration from a diabetic child and a healthy child. The Acadia association's work is crucial, providing trained dogs to families in need. This heartwarming story underscores the crucial role assistance animals play in improving the lives of individuals with health conditions. The video also promotes a related television program on France 3, celebrating the 180th anniversary of the SPA (French animal protection society).