Boshu used to be afraid of everything, but his Big Buddy, Ryno, slowly encouraged him out of his comfort zone, increasing his confidence and self esteem - now there's no stopping him!

His mum, Alice, told us:

"Before Big Buddy I felt like there was nothing I could do to support Boshu, now I say, “Boshu, I don’t know what else I can do to help you because you are doing so well! You are doing more than good!” I know in my heart that he will have a very bright future."

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