Dogs are man’s best friend, as the adage goes. While most people appreciate that a dog can be a great company and good for security, some need a dog to help them with everyday tasks. Of course, a dog can be all three—a loveable canine pet that will shower you with affection, a watcher who […]
There are federal and state laws that apply to disabled handlers and their service dogs. Rights laid out by the ADA trump local laws in every case. […]
Psychiatric service dogs are trained to do specific tasks to aid the specific person they’re assigned to help. There are many types of tasks these dogs can be trained to do, […]
In the strictest sense, no, cats cannot be service animals in the United States. This is because the ADA does not recognize cats in its definition of the term. […]
Though it does not take much effort to get qualified for a service dog it does take some time, patience, and money to make it a reality. However, the investment is well worth it. […]
Service dogs do an invaluable service to people every day. Certain physical and psychiatric conditions can be helped by having a highly trained animal companion to go around with you daily. […]
The most amazing thing about service animals is that they can be trained to help with countless issues. It is hard to believe that there are so many different types of service animals. […]
Service dogs are able to help those with diabetes thanks to their heightened sense of smell. But getting a service dog for diabetes can be kind of tricky. […]
All of us have probably experienced a migraine from time to time, but this doesn’t mean we are capable of obtaining a service dog for it. Those who need the service animal most likely experience these migraines very frequently […]
Those who suffer from panic attacks could greatly benefit from a psychiatric service animal. These animals are trained to pick up on cues to intervene and help alleviate high stress situations with their owner. […]