Many pet owners rely on their animals to provide them comfort and companionship on a daily basis. Pet owners with disabilities, however, may be wondering if they can promote their furry friend to service animal status in order to receive the assistance they need without the cost of purchasing a fully trained service animal. In […]
Choosing a dog to adopt can be a difficult process. You want to make sure that you pick a dog breed that suits your lifestyle and will easily adapt to any training you need to give to them. When selecting a dog breed to adopt, you may want to keep in mind some of the […]
Dachshund, wiener dog, doxie—these long-bodied pups go by a number of different monikers. They’re small in stature but have a big bark. It’s hard not to be drawn to this breed due to its adorably long snout, button nose, and unique body shape. If you’re interested in owning a doxie or have already brought one […]
It’s a complete myth that a Rottweiler can’t be trained as a regular household dog or that they are dangerous by nature. If they respect their owner and are well-trained, they are incredibly loyal, protective, and obedient dogs who are – as I’m sure you already know – absolutely gorgeous. So we’re here in this […]
If you are in need of a service dog, you may be wondering what your options are besides just purchasing a trained dog; purchasing a trained dog can be incredibly expensive, especially if you don’t have access to any financial assistance. Training your own service dog is a valid alternative that, while costly on time, […]
If you’re living with a disability in Alabama, it’s worth training your pooch (or a new puppy) to become a service dog. Not only do these lovable creatures provide invaluable assistance with everyday tasks, but they also receive legal protections under federal and state laws. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) allows anyone with an […]
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) states that people with disabilities have a civil right to bring a service dog into any “public accommodations” even if that establishment normally prohibits animals. Furthermore, the Texas Human Resources Code provides similar protections. Public accommodations include hotels, retail outlets, entertainment venues, transportation services, and educational institutions, although religious […]
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) states that people with disabilities have a civil right to bring a service dog into any “public accommodations,” even if that establishment normally prohibits animals. Furthermore, Maryland’s service animal law grants similar rights to individually trained animals that provide support to people with disabilities. Public accommodations cover various venues, […]
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Utah’s disability rights laws state that people with disabilities have a civil right to bring a service dog into any “public accommodations” even if the establishment normally prohibits animals. Public accommodations include hotels, retail outlets, entertainment venues, transportation services, and educational institutions, although religious organizations and membership-based clubs […]
If you’re living with a disability in Maine, it might be worth training your pooch (or a new puppy) to become a service dog. Not only do these lovable creatures provide invaluable assistance with everyday tasks, but they also receive legal protections under federal and state laws. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Maine’s […]