Service dogs can be an incredibly important part of an individual’s life, whether they are there for emotional support or to assist in performing daily tasks. Because of this, it is important that the dog breeds chosen to be trained as service dogs have the correct disposition. They must further have the ability to be […]
If you are interested in purchasing or training a service dog, either to help yourself or someone else in your family, it can be hard to find out the specific cost information you need to know. While the image of a friendly Labrador may be the one that comes to mind when you think of […]
With so many dog breeds out there, it’s hard to determine which dogs make the best service animals. So, can a pit bull be a service animal? Well, the short answer is yes. The name “pit bull” is a bit misleading. This is because pit bull is a blanket term for four different dog breeds […]
German shepherds are typically known for their skills in police, military, and guide dog work. While German shepherds perform well in those areas, they make great service dogs too. German shepherds are easy to train, fun to play with, and their temperament is typically mellow – even around people and other dogs. If you’re curious […]
When it comes to the proper treatment of individuals with disabilities, a service dog can be a valuable friend to have. With such a valuable ally on one’s side, a person’s quality of life increases vastly and they allow the disabled individual the potential to take part in things that would be difficult or next […]
Dogs are incredible animals that have evolved over time alongside the human species to help us take on all kinds of different challenges. From hunting dogs, to guard dogs, and sheepherding dogs, these amazing beasts have learned to help us in nearly every facet of life throughout history. Today, many dogs are still used for […]
Wheelchair assistance dogs, commonly known as mobility assistance dogs, are a great help to many in the world in their daily lives. These individual service dogs can accomplish a multitude of different tasks, and when called upon, can even prevent various accidents. They are friendly canines that increase the quality of life for their handlers. […]
More than 10 million people around the world are currently suffering from Parkinson’s Disease. As of now, there is no cure for this debilitating condition, though there are many treatment options to help alleviate symptoms and improve a patient’s quality of life. Parkinson’s Disease, also known simply as Parkinson’s or PD, is a disorder of […]
Most animals have five basic senses: sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing. Some animals have keener senses in some areas than others. Dogs are known for their powerful sense of hearing which is capable of hearing sounds that are outside of the range of noises that humans can hear. Over the years, humans have learned […]
Humans have a long history of using animals in creative ways to solve problems and make up for our deficiencies. In more recent years, we have taken to using animals in more specialized ways. Dogs in particular have been used for all kinds of tasks which they are uniquely capable of and today they are […]