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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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How to Keep a Service Dog Training Log
Any educator will tell you that their grade book and lesson plan serves multiple purposes. It keeps them organized and identifies how well their students are doing. When students fall behind, an educator can easily spot their weak areas and strengthen them. In the end, grade books and lesson plans also serve as documentation to […]
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How to Bring a Service Dog on Cruise Ships
Your service dog can go with you almost anywhere, and this includes the open seas! Bringing your service dog on a cruise ship allows you to enjoy your vacation safely and comfortably, without extra worry about your health. Want to bring your service dog on a cruise ship? Keep reading to find out how you […]
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Service Dogs for Seniors
According to the most recent U.S. Census Bureau Data (2010), about 40.3 million people aged 65 and older live in the U.S, and the numbers keep growing. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that the senior population may exceed 70 million by 2030. And with this rapid growth in the number of seniors comes the need […]
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Can You Get a Grant for a Service Dog?
Dogs are helping humans in many ways. For individuals with disabilities, dogs can perform tasks to assist them with daily tasks the handler could not do by themselves. These service dogs can greatly improve their owner’s life or even perform life-saving tasks. However, a good service dog comes with a cost. In this article, we’ll […]
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