Editor’s Note: Shauna ‘Doc’ Springer is a leading experts on psychological trauma, suicide prevention and close relationships. She is the author of “WARRIOR: How to Support Those Who Protect Us” and ...
Morieka Johnson is a former writer who covered pet products, health, and training. She created Soulpup, a website about responsible pet ownership. Service dogs accomplish pretty amazing feats on a ...
Dog Chow has launched their 3rd annual Service Dog Salute campaign, which donates to organizations dedicated to providing trained service dogs to veterans free of charge. Kelli Bender is the Pets ...
Service dog Lily Rue walked the graduation stage with her handler to receive Rowan University’s first honorary Ph.D. for a ...
Many people assume service dogs spend their days following commands because they have to. One enthusiastic black Labrador ...
Low self-confidence. Social isolation. Longing for independence. Service dogs have been long thought to help individuals with physical disabilities find some relief from these feelings. The waiting ...
Service dogs are more than your standard pet. Since dogs are smarter than you think, they play a critical role in the lives of the people they assist. “They assist with day-to-day activities to foster ...
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KFVS) - September is National Service Dog Month, raising awareness for the major support these working dogs provide their owners. In the Heartland, those with Carbondale-based group ...
Yes, there are medical service dogs specifically trained to help those with hearing loss. These hearing dogs are trained to “alert and lead,” helping to hear sounds and notify their person when ...
People using service dogs can legally bring them to places pets and support animals are not allowed. How well does Colorado ...
Laws and regulations restrict the presence of animals in businesses that prepare, sell or serve food. However, there are exceptions for patrons accompanied by a service dog. As a grocery store owner, ...