The idea of a dog in a vest is not as far-fetched as it may sound. In fact, thousands of service animals wear vests everyday to let others know that they’re trained to help their disabled owners. Service animals are a testament to the amazing things animals are capable of, so it makes sense that […]
For folks who don’t suffer from a disability, it’s easy to take bodily and mental functionality for granted. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean disabled people are at a disadvantage–especially those who have service animals. If you’ve ever seen a dog wearing a vest in public, it was most likely a service animal, or a specially-trained […]
Man’s best friend, along with many other furry companions, are capable of some pretty incredible things. Besides offering us comfort and bringing us joy, they can also be trained to help disabled people perform daily tasks and navigate daily life a little more easily. These specially-trained, four-legged friends of ours are called service animals, and […]
Emotional support animals (ESA) provide an invaluable service. While animals like dogs and cats are generally calming to be around, ESAs play a vital role when it comes to supporting individuals with mental health issues. This includes conditions such as anxiety and autism, where the presence of an animal can enable individuals to handle busy […]
Michiganders with disabilities typically own a service animal who can help them do work or perform certain duties that make their daily life easier. But not just any animal can become a service animal; these unique animal caretakers often undergo extensive, rigorous training to help their human companions navigate these day-to-day tasks. Fortunately, there’s also […]
Animals are capable of some pretty amazing things, including taking care of their human owners. Service animals, as these caretaker animals are called, are specially-trained animals who can do work or perform specific tasks and duties for their disabled owners. But there’s more to this highly specific training than just teaching your dog a few […]
Animals can add a lot to our lives, and service animals are some of the best examples of that. These specially-trained furry friends of ours do work and perform specific tasks for their physically, mentally, or psychologically-disabled owners, all so that they can live richer and more functional lives. Thankfully, the federal government has legal […]
Traveling with an emotional support animal (ESA) has become more complicated following a recent revision by the Department of Transportation (DOT) to legislation in the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA). On top of the additional paperwork that must now be provided for trained service animals (SA) on Delta and United Airlines flights, the policy change […]
“Man’s best friend” is a title well-deserved; our furry canine companions not only bring oodles of joy and laughter to our lives, but they can also help disabled individuals live fully functional lives with the proper training. These specially-trained and infinitely talented animals are known as service dogs. Over half a million disabled Americans own […]
People living with a disability in West Virginia should consider training a service dog to aid them with their day-to-day tasks. Not only are these lovable companions incredibly helpful, but they also receive legal protections through federal and state laws. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a public accommodation—restaurants, attractions, shops, etc.—cannot deny entry […]