Buddy Dog

PlayAbility Factor

• High contrasting colors, 
• inviting features, 
• visual stimulation, 
• tactile stimulation, 
• tactile discrimination, 
• auditory stimulation, 
• memory and recall., 

Features

• Entertaining sounds, 
• Engaging features, 
• Gentle textures, 

Skills Focus

• Blind/Visual Impairment, 
• Physical Disabilities, 
• Cognitive Disabilities, 

Buddy Dog was designed to engage and soothe children with autism. One of the first things childen recognize is faces. Buddy's face, with its oversized eyes and friendly smile, will easily capture a child's attention. Buddy's high contrasting colors are extra appealing to all young children, but especially children with low vision or autism. The stimulating textures encourage tactile exploration -- the cool cotton, soft velour, rubbery raised dots, and even the secret patch of rough fabric on Buddy's back. Buddy's reversible vest crinkles with a wonderful crackling sound, yet can be removed for children who have hyper-sensitive hearing. When Buddy's tail is pulled, he vibrates with a soothing hum.