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Where Does a Service Dog Sit On An Airplane?
In short: During flights, smaller service dogs are allowed to sit in their handler’s lap while larger service dogs can sit in the foot space. The service dog cannot impinge on another passenger’s space or block the aisle. Before you fly ✈️ : U.S. travel rules permit service dogs to fly in the cabin if […]
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How Old Does My Service Dog Have to Be?
There is no technical minimum age for a service dog, but practical considerations limit how young a service animal can be. Due to training requirements and developmental concerns, a puppy is generally not eligible as a service dog. Under ADA rules, service dogs in training are not considered full-fledged service animals. A service dog must […]
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How to Get a Service Dog for Anxiety
Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in the U.S., with approximately 40 million adults experiencing the disorder. In cases where a person with anxiety is unable to function at work, school, or in social situations, a psychiatric service dog can help them get back on the right track. A psychiatric service dog is […]
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Service Dog Training Tip – Walking on a Leash
Have you ever asked yourself, ‘How do I get my dog to stop pulling on the leash‘? You are not alone. This is a common question. You may have noticed other dogs walking calmly beside their handler while your dog tugs impatiently on the leash. In this article, we’ll show you how to teach your […]
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How to Register Your Dog as a Service Dog in Washington
A purpose-trained service dog can provide invaluable assistance to disabled individuals, helping them enjoy more independent lives, move about with greater freedom and confidence, and provide valuable assistance in the event of a seizure or dangerously low blood sugar. Many tasks that full-abled people take for granted, even something as simple as crossing the street […]
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Can I Take a Service Dog to College?
Service dogs are not just for the visually or hearing impaired individual. Service dogs have lent a helping paw to individuals with a broader range of physical and psychological conditions. But what if you are a student and need a service dog? Will colleges allow dogs on campus and into the classroom? Read on for […]
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