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Tag Archives | Service Dogs
Things That Make Dogs Thankful
This Thanksgiving, we give thanks for our pet dogs and service dogs. A special turkey recipe to treat them is included.
“Hark! Who goes there?”
Many hearing dogs have used their exceptional ability to save the lives of their deaf human partners. Our regular “Fido” friends have often done the same. Here are a few stories of these heroic canines.
Book Review: Therapy Dogs And The Stories They Tell
The use of animals, particularly dogs, to help people through crisis, has been well documented. Less known, however, are therapists whose certified pets assist during the counseling session. This wise book documents numerous therapeutic sessions with the help of a trio of Brussels Griffons.
Canine Fitness Explained via Clever Infographic
Service dogs, like humans and their canine pets, are exploding. And we don’t just mean in numbers. Here’s how to help your dog stay fit.
Can a working dog save us from terrorist attacks?
There is a new type of working dog, trained specifically to combat the explosives used by terrorists. Unlike bomb dogs, which focus on a stationary object, the “anti-terrorist” trained dog can follow the vapor from explosives, which lingers in the air and on the terrorists’ clothes or body.
Warm Weather Means Tis The Season to Deal With Shedding
Five key things to do to keep your service or companion dog healthy during the summer months.
When Your Service Dog is Refused Entry
What would you do if you have a qualified service dog, but someone prevents you from entering his or her business? A quick review of the regulations is included in this post.
Service Dogs Teach Children to Read
Did you know that a service dog can help teach a child to read, and sometimes do a far better job than any specialized tutor or teacher ever could? If you’re thinking, “How can a dog teach my child to read?” Read on, as the latest research confirms this remarkable process.
Book Review for Valentine’s Day: Fixing Freddie
It’s Valentine’s Day, an opportunity to remind those you love (both human and four-footers) how much they mean to you. But how about a special valentine for yourself? We love books about dogs and this one, Fixing Freddie, is one we think many dog lovers will enjoy. It’s about a woman trying to get her […]
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