Service dog helps boy with rare genetic disorder achieve ‘unbelievable’ progress

When a young New York boy was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder, hope came in an unlikely form — a golden retriever named Yammy. His mother shares the inspiring story with Fox News Digital.

"I was losing my mind knowing there was something really wrong." "It’s just a huge physical therapy session all day long, along with the love and security." Melissa Rudy is senior health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to melissa.rudy@fox.com.

Bresnahan, who has been a nurse for 20 years, noticed that her son wasn’t hitting any of the normal developmental milestones as he reached toddler age.