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It only takes a second: From able to disabled

When our administrator fell down some stairs, she discovered the truth to the old saying: The difference between disabled and able bodied is just one second.

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Important Yard And Garden Safety For Service Dogs

With the advent of spring, our dogs will enjoy the yard and garden just as we do. In spite of the beautiful weather, however, Jenny Holt provides some important safety tips we dog lovers must keep in mind.

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Tightening the Leash on Fake Service Dogs

Having a service dog is a privilege, but it comes with the not so great benefit of a disability serious enough to warrant the need for such a dog. Unfortunately, like those who use a handicap sign for parking when they are perfectly able to walk, more and more people are claiming their precious pooch […]

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Happy Holidays to You!

Annual Gift Round-Up for your Service Dog (or Pet Pooch)

Our annual round-up of the affordable AND (If you have to ask you can’t afford it) ridiculously expensive gifts for your service dog or canine fur-friend.

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Keeping Fido Happy and Healthy During the Colder Months

Bernie-the-Boxer shares some canine wisdom to help your service or pet dog stay warm, safe and healthy during the cold winter months.

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Giving Thanks To All Our Dog Heroes

Thanksgiving: A time to remember and give thanks. The dogs in these stories, who have saved numerous lives, remind us to be grateful. To them, and to all the canines in our world, whether they be highly-trained service dogs or just the excitable puppy dashing about our feet we give thanks.

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Happy Halloween (boo!)

Do service dogs have fun? You bet they do! Here’s some in their Halloween finery, with other dogs in their fancy costumes. Enjoy and . . . don’t be scared!

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Deserting Your Dog in a Disaster

Disasters bring out the best — and worst of human behavior. This post describes how deserting your dog, cat or other pet could result in being charged with a felony. Also included: links to review legitimate charities to help both people and animals in need.

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Review: The Best Food for Your Dog (Did yours make the list?)

Selecting nutritious dog food for your service dog or family pet isn’t easy. Labels are confusing and the wrong choice can be downright dangerous.

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A Service Dog’s Purpose

The book and film “A Dog’s Purpose” leads one of our contributors to ask (and answer): “What is a Service Dog’s Purpose?”

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