ESA REGISTRY UK
ESA Registry UK presents
Real conversations, practical guidance and personal stories about life with Emotional Support Animals.
The ESA Show brings together helpful information, lived experience and informed discussion for people whose animals provide essential emotional support. Episodes explore registration, housing, travel, wellbeing, responsible ownership and the everyday relationship between people and their animals.
Each episode page will include the complete video, a written description, key subjects and a searchable transcript. This makes the information easier to find, revisit and share.
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Episode 8
Susan and her mother, Iwona, share how Poppy, their border collie, supports Susan through sensory overload, exam stress and everyday challenges. They discuss the impact of being separated during emergency accommodation, the comfort Poppy brings to their household, and how the family shares responsibility for his care.
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Episode 7
Ricky shares how Blue, his Chinese Shar-Pei, helps him manage anxiety, leave the house and reconnect with everyday life. He discusses their close bond, community connections, public reactions to Blue’s breed, and the importance of choosing an animal whose needs you can meet throughout its life.
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Episode 6
Julie shares how Maggie, her cockapoo, supports her through anxiety, depression and everyday challenges. She discusses renewed confidence, public access difficulties, travelling together in Europe, and the importance of meeting Maggie’s needs as a dog alongside the emotional support she provides.
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Episode 5
Cheyenne introduces Roy, her royal python, and explains how his presence helps her manage anxiety during everyday activities such as shopping. She discusses their close bond, people’s reactions to snakes, becoming more confident socially, and the value of family support when caring for an emotional support animal.
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Episode 4
Elizabeth reflects on her bond with Daisy, her Yorkshire Terrier, and the support Daisy gave her through grief, anxiety and illness. She also discusses meeting other people through dog walks, mixed responses from venues, and the importance of planning for an animal’s long-term care.
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Episode 3
Soraya shares how Harley, her Pomeranian–Chihuahua cross, supports her through anxiety and helps her attend appointments, take longer walks and connect with neighbours. She also discusses the responsibility of caring for him and her experiences bringing him to local venues.
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Episode 2
Oli shares how Flo, her bearded dragon, helps her feel calmer when attending appointments and going about daily life. She discusses caring for Flo, introducing her to people in the community, and the importance of checking with a venue before bringing her along.
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Episode 1
Nigel shares how Max, his British Bulldog and emotional support animal, provides comfort, stability and companionship. He discusses their daily life, community experiences, responsible ESA ownership and the difference Max has made to his wellbeing.
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We would like to hear from people whose Emotional Support Animals have made a meaningful difference to their lives. We also welcome relevant professionals, advocates and organisations with useful experience to share.
Tell us briefly about yourself, your animal and the story or subject you would like to discuss. On the contact form, select General message as the enquiry type.
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