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FEDERAL, STATE, & LOCAL LAWS: WHICH ONE TO FOLLOW
Did You Know... In Florida, It is a legal violation to intentionally interfere with the training of a service animal by a person authorized to train the service animal. Louisiana exempts service dogs from any state or local license fee. In Kentucky the definition of a service animals... -
NIH Study Underscores Benefits of Service Dogs for PTSD Veterans
At the end of 2023, things were looking bleak for Tim Cleveland, a military veteran with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). "I was basically at the end of my rope," he says. "I had been suicidal in the past, was feeling really depressed, and I was tired of meds and going to counseling—it... -
Employment and ADA Basics
How does the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) apply to employment? The ADA is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the... -
The Road to Having a Service Dog, The Foundation (US)
This is a re-writing of several articles I have written over the last few years, consolidating several articles into one. So, many parts of this should seem familiar to others who have read some of my articles before. Service animals seem to have almost a mystic quality nowadays. There seem to... -
Do I Need a Service Dog (Part 2)
In the previous article, I attempted to give a good base for people who are interested in getting a service dog. Here I will attempt to point out some of the things that I really found important to make sure my family was behind the decision. Communications: One of the biggest problems I see... -
What Service Dog Tasks Would Be Best For Me?
Questions like this I see all the time, and wanted to address as there really is no easy way to answer for most people. The Disability/Disabilities As we should know in order to have a service dog the handler must meet the definition of disabled that is put forth by the ADA (Americans... -
Employment and Mental Health
What does the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) say about mental health conditions? The term "mental health" refers to a person's condition with regard to their psychological and emotional well-being. The ADA addresses mental health in many ways. First, the ADA specifically defines... -
SDiT Socialization Checklist
When it comes to training a Service Dog, absolutely nothing is more important than exhaustive socialization. Socialization and exposure to the world is the foundation upon which all other training rests, and a Service Dog who hasn't gained real-world experience via systematic socialization is... -
How to Train Your Dog to Be a Service Dog: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction Service dogs provide invaluable assistance to people with physical, emotional, or psychological disabilities. These dogs are specially trained to perform specific tasks that their owners can't do on their own. While it may seem like a difficult process, training your dog to be a... -
Service Animal Misconceptions
What are some common misconceptions about service animals? A service animal must wear a vest. Some individuals with a disability with service animals may have their animals wear vests as a way of communication with the public, but it isn't required. In fact, there is no requirement for service...
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