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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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Can Small Dogs Become Service Dogs?
Large dogs don’t have the monopoly on being service dogs, though it may seem like they do. The gorgeous Golden Retrievers and regal German Shepherds seen on the streets as service dogs immediately stand out and get our attention. At the same time, small breed dogs are out there working hard as service dogs, too, and […]
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Flying with a Psychiatric Service Dog for the First Time
If you’re flying with a psychiatric service dog (PSD) for the first time, you may feel anxious, confused, ashamed, hesitant, or all of the above. That’s completely understandable. Flying with a psychiatric service dog for the first time can be intimidating, and it doesn’t help that the new travel rules for service dogs are tricky […]
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