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Everything You Should Know About Service Dog

Expert advice about service dogs, from training requirements to handler rights. Learn about tasks, breeds, certification, registration and how these incredible dogs support people with disabilities.

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Disabilities that Qualify You for a Service Dog

Disabilities that Qualify You for a Service Dog

To get a service dog, you must have an eligible physical, emotional, or mental health disability. The term “disability” has a specific meaning under the... Read more

How to Certify a Service Dog

How to Certify a Service Dog

If you want to be certified for a service dog, just follow these 5 steps: Identify whether you have an ADA-eligible disability (which can be... Read more

How Can I Get My Dog to Be a Registered Service Dog?

How Can I Get My Dog to Be a Registered Service Dog?

Registering your service dog and getting a linked service dog ID card can help you get around public places that don’t allow dogs, but keep... Read more

Psychiatric Service Dog

Psychiatric Service Dog

Psychiatric service dogs (PSDs) are service dogs that help people with “invisible disabilities,” meaning mental health issues like ADHD, anxiety, and depression, and they have... Read more

How to Train a Service Dog for Anxiety – 6 Important Steps

How to Train a Service Dog for Anxiety – 6 Important Steps

We've probably all seen a service dog helping to guide a person that is physically challenged but did you know you can also have a... Read more

All Our Articles on Service Dog

service dog for anxiety and depression puppy

How Do I Qualify For a Service Dog if I Have Anxiety and Depression?

For a person living with anxiety or depression, even the most trivial tasks can feel exhausting. To deal with their mental illness, some take medication... Read more

Service Dog Public Access Test

What is a Public Access Test for Service Animals?

The public holds service dogs in high esteem. Service dogs have the honor of being welcomed into areas that are not usually open to other... Read more

Cost of a Service Dog

The Cost of a Service Dog

Quality doesn't come cheap. Neither does a Service Dog. However, when considering how beneficial a well-trained Service Dog can be to the quality of life... Read more

Service Dog Equipment

Everything You Need to Know About Service Dog Supplies

Unlike most dogs, Service Dogs go to work every day to fulfill their job in supporting their handlers with their specific needs. Just like humans,... Read more

Dog barking

How to Get Your Service Dog to Stop Barking

Dogs are great companions, but sometimes they bark—a lot. This can be frustrating and—especially for a Service Dog—poor behavior. But with patience, training and well-timed... Read more

Service Dog alone at home

Can I Leave My Service Dog at Home?

Service Dogs work to provide assistance to their owners both inside and outside the house. Many handlers like to keep them close by in case... Read more

How to Get a PSD - ServiceDogCertifications

How to Get a Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD)

A Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD) is a Service Animal specifically trained to support individuals diagnosed with a mental illness. A well-trained PSD is able to... Read more

Senior citizen with service dog on beach.

What Are The Best Service Dog Breeds For Seniors?

Many seniors find Service Dogs helpful in maintaining their independence while dealing with mobility challenges. Fortunately, Service Dogs are able to travel with their owners... Read more

Veteran and Service Dogs

Steps for Veterans to Get a Service Dog

Unfortunately, many veterans suffer from a variety of disabilities after returning to civilian life. The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) has reported that approximately 30%... Read more

FAQ About Service Dogs

1.How do I prove that my dog is a service dog?

Venue staff and landlords can ask only two questions to verify that you have a service dog: 1. Is the dog a service dog required for a disability and 2. What work or task has the dog been trained to perform? If you’re flying with a service dog, you will also need to fill out the DOT’s Service Animal Air Transportation Form.

2.Does my psychiatric service dog have the same rights as a physical disability service dog?

Yes! The ADA grants equal access rights to all types of service dogs, regardless of whether they assist with visible or invisible disabilities. Psychiatric service dogs have identical public access rights as guide dogs, mobility dogs, or medical alert dogs.

3.Do I need to register my service dog and get an ID?

Registration of service dogs is optional. You can voluntarily register your service dog with us by clicking the link below. You’ll get a handy ID card which is a great way to visually signal to others that you’re being accompanied by a service animal.