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Me and Dougal!Welcome to my Blog. This Blog is focused on me and my service dog Dougal. Our training, our...- Abhean
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Maisie 'n' MeMaisie had a rough start in life. But it worked in our favor. After being bred on her first heat...- MrsTom
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Peaches NiamhWith a new puppy in the house, I have decided to split my normal Blog into two. One for Dougal...
- Abhean
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SDA Articles
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California Fact Sheet: Service Animals in Business and Public Spaces
Fact Sheet: Service Animals in Business and Public Spaces Jan 1, 2023 #F114.01 Introduction Title II of the ADA (42 U.S.C. Sections 12131-12165) prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities by "public entities." Title III (42 U.S.C. Sections 12181-12189) prohibits disability... -
Some States and Service Dogs in Training
Some US states have some peculiar laws when talking about service dogs in training (SDiT) in public access situations. Service Dogs in Training are not covered by federal law or guidelines here in the United States. Most states have taken that slack up and written their own laws for those dogs... -
Choosing the Right Dog
by Veronica Morris, PhD Are you choosing a service dog? This is the article to help you in choosing a service dog the right way and avoiding others’ mistakes! Dr. Veronica Morris’s popular article is a must-read before you proceed. After deciding to use a service dog to mitigate your... -
Service Dog Access Issues (US)
In most places, our service dogs are allowed to travel with us wherever we go. Most of the time this is likened to those with medical devices, like wheelchairs, that need them while out in public. However, the general public, as a whole, is not aware of our need to have our dogs with us, and... -
Prospect vs. SDIT vs. SD: Which one is my dog?
by Veronica Morris, PhD with Bradley W. Morris, MA, CPhil When you're training a service dog, there are three terms used to describe the status of your dog that are sometimes not well understood. They are prospect, service dog in training (SDIT), and service dog (SD). What you should call... -
The Ins & Outs Of Flying With Service Dogs
BY JUSTIN SURETTE Your four-legged companion will have minimal issues getting onboard. While it can be challenging, many airlines allow passengers to take their furry friends with them onboard. Whether you're bringing a small pet onboard or traveling with a larger companion in the cargo hold... -
A Guide to Requesting Reasonable Accommodations
An introduction to reasonable accommodations A reasonable accommodation is any change to the application or hiring process, the job, the way the job is done, or the work environment that allows a person with a disability who is qualified for the job to perform the essential functions of that... -
Puppy Temperament Tests: A Tool to Help with Placement
By Hilarie Erb Published: Jun 15, 2021 | 3 Minutes Puppy Temperament Tests: A Tool to Help with Placement – American Kennel Club As a breeder, you know how important it is to match puppies with the best possible homes, whether they are destined to be show dogs, working dogs, sport dogs, or... -
Service Dogs and Federal Buildings (US)
This is one of the most misunderstood subjects in the service dog community. Even I was mistaken about it, as years ago the Veterans Administration refused to allow psychiatric services dogs in their facilities while the Americans with Disabilities Act stated that service dogs did have access to... -
Why so much Worry?
Reading through my daily service dog groups I was reminded of how we worry about how others view us. Even within our own service dog groups, we worry about how other handers view our teams. The most dreaded label is "fake service dog". Sadly, I have seen perspective teams wash their dog and quit...
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi
- Abhean
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The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a small, sturdy herding breed from Wales, popularly known as a Corgi. With a long body and short legs, Corgis are... -
Shetland Sheepdog
- Abhean
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They are highly trainable and thrive in active households where they can participate in activities such as obedience, agility, or simply playing... -
Bearded Collie
- Abhean
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Due to their energy and quickness, Bearded Collies excel in competing in obedience, rally, agility, and other dog sports. They’re highly... -
Delaware White Cane Law
- Abhean
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2 Del.C. § 1917; 16 Del.C. § 3042F; 16 Del.C. § 3056F; 16 Del.C. § 9501 - 9506; 21 Del.C. § 4144; 6 Del.C. § 4501 - 4516; 31 Del.C. § 2117 -
Connecticut Service Dog Law
- Abhean
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Title 13b. Transportation. Chapter 244C. Transportation Network Company Vehicles § 13b-119. Transportation network company driver requirements... -
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Colorado Service Dog Laws
- Abhean
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According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey, approximately 10.3 percent of Colorado's population reported having a disability... -
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Arizona Service Dog Law 11-1024
- Abhean
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Alaska Admin. Code § 30.610
- Abhean
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Section 6 AAC 30.610 - Accommodations for service animals and alert animals. -
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Service Animals in Alabama Housing
- Abhean
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It's against the law in Alabama to discriminate against anyone with a physical disability in leased or purchased housing accommodations. You must... -
Alabama Rules for Having Your Service Animal in Public
- Abhean
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Under the ADA, a public accommodation can't ask you questions about your disability or demand to see certification or other proof of your animal's... -
Which Public Accommodations Must Allow Service Animals in Alabama
- Abhean
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Both Alabama law and the ADA require all public accommodations to allow you to have your service animal with you. But each law defines public... -
Emotional Support Animals Under Alabama Law
- Abhean
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Neither the ADA nor Alabama's service animal law covers emotional support animals (ESAs). Emotional support animals provide a sense of safety...
