For emotional and mental health, emotional support dogs are one of the most effective treatments—yet the least mentioned. Emotional support dogs, or ESDs, do not need as much or as rigorous training as a service dog, but there are considerations and requirements for your dog to become an ESD. An ESD provides support through the […]
Air Canada follows the U.S. Department of Transporation’s Rule on “Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel” (14 CFR Part 382) which applies to those customers with special needs. This includes those who are traveling between Canada and the United States, and those who have purchased tickets with Air Canada operated through a […]
They say dogs are man’s best friend. From the very beginning of recorded history, dogs have been there beside their masters, protecting them and keeping them company. This still holds true today more than ever—as emotional support dogs pose a measurable benefit to mental health. If you’re thinking of getting an emotional support dog, you […]
Mental health has started to really become a societal problem in 2019. Athletes, millionaires, celebrities, and other big names have come out and addressed the mental and emotional problems that many of us face on a daily basis. While some turn to therapists and medicinal supplements, many victims have decided to turn to an emotional […]
An emotional support dog (ESD) is a dog that has been “prescribed” by a licensed mental health provider to help an individual cope with a condition. Unlike service dogs, emotional support dogs don’t require any specialized training. Their companionship is the treatment. Unfortunately, abuse of certain rights ESD owners are privy to has led some […]
An emotional support animal is a great way to deal with a mental health disorder and not let the condition hold you back from doing the things you love. Many who have an emotional support animal – or ESA – find that the animal becomes their best friend, and they go and do whatever it […]
Animals are our friends and loyal companions through every aspect of life. They often sense when things are wrong and they reward us with their unwavering support through life. We recognize the special connections that we have with our pets, but do we understand the effect that an animal can have on a person’s physical […]
Animals offer us some of the most loyal friendships we will ever find. They stick by our side, they are always there for us and they seem to have a sixth sense so they know when something just isn’t right. They might just offer that emotional connection that could save a life. Emotional support animals […]
Under the United States Federal law, those who have disabilities are protected and cannot be discriminated against. Those who have assistant animals to help them with any disability have rights. These rights vary based on what the purpose of an animal is. For an emotional support animal, specific laws help protect you and your animal […]
Every animal owner knows the benefits of having a pet. A pet can help a person get out for their daily exercise and provide company. However, for those who have disabilities, support animals are a critical part of their life. Emotional support and comfort are provided by these pets allow a person with disabilities to […]