helperanimal
nounUK /ˈhelpər ˈænɪməl/
US /ˈhelpər ˈænɪməl/
A helper animal is an animal that helps a person do things.
The dog is a helper animal that guides a blind man.
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2. An animal trained to assist someone with a disability.
Her helper animal opens doors for her.
3. An animal that does jobs for people, like pulling or carrying.
On the farm, the horse is a strong helper animal.
4. An animal that gives comfort and company to a person.
The cat became a helper animal for the lonely boy.