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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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Me and Dougal!Welcome to my Blog. This Blog is focused on me and my service dog Dougal. Our training, our...
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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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Getting a service dog at 30 almost ruined my marriage. Then, it saved it.
As my bond with Wheatie grew, my husband and I drifted farther apart. My husband, Sean, and me, with my service dog, Wheatie.Courtesy Jayne Mattingly Oct. 25, 2024, 2:37 PM EDT By Jayne Mattingly When you marry someone, you vow to stick by them "in sickness and in health," and when my...- Brian Jones
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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... -
Taking a Service Animal to Work
Can I take my service animal to work? Or, is my employee allowed to bring a service animal to work? Maybe. Title I of the ADA covers employment. Under Title I, service animals are considered a reasonable accommodation. An employee must request that the service animal be present as an... -
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... -
Psychiatric Hospitalizations and Service Dogs
Inpatient psychiatric hospitalizations can be frightening and stressful. For Service Dog teams, inpatient admissions are often more of a struggle. The complications of having dogs on a locked unit focused solely on safety and security are innumerable. However, they're far from insurmountable... -
What to do when you are denied entry with your service dog. (US)
This question arises on our boards from time to time and can be a huge headache for those who are denied entry into a public access area with their service dog. Typically, denials are rare, but they do happen. Dougal and I have been on the road together for almost 2 years and have had a few and... -
Service Dog Access: Know the Rules and Your Rights (Florida)
Have you ever seen a dog somewhere you might not expect to see one—like in a restaurant, or on a plane? That's probably a service animal. Although some people occasionally take personal pets into public places and pretend they are service animals, the majority will be service dogs trained for a... -
Puppy Fear Periods: Why Is My Puppy Suddenly Afraid?
By Sassafras Lowrey, CTDI Updated: Apr 20, 2021 | 4 Minutes – American Kennel Club Have a new puppy? There's a lot to get used to and prepare for, but one thing that often gets overlooked is puppy fear periods. Puppies go through an important socialization period from approximately three weeks... -
Don't Confuse Service, Therapy, and Emotional Support Dogs
Dogs are versatile, varying from the tiniest Pekinese to the leggy Afghan or massive Newfoundland. Dogs have been bred to hunt rats, run deer, tend sheep, rescue sailors, or sit calmly on the laps of the aristocracy. They herd our cattle and play with our kids. Dogs are uniquely trainable, and... -
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...
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Service Animals Defined in Alabama
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Under Alabama law and the ADA, a service animal is any dog individually trained to perform tasks or do work for the benefit of a person with a... -
Alabama Code Title 21. Handicapped Persons § 21-7-4
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Current as of December 30, 2022 (a) An individual with a disability has the right to be accompanied by a service animal in all areas of a public... -
Serrvice Animals in the Workplace
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The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is a service of the Office of Disability Employment Policy of the U.S. Department of Labor. -
Assistance Animals Under the Fair Housing Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Air Carriers Access Act
- Abhean
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Numerous federal laws address the rights of individuals with disabilities to be accompanied by their assistance animals, which includes service... -
Obligations of Housing Providers (FHA)
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Individuals with a disability may request to keep an assistance animal as a reasonable accommodation to a housing provider's pet restrictions -
Service Animals: Businesses/State & Local Governments'
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The ADA explains what businesses and state/local governments must do to make sure that they do not discriminate against a member of the public... -
ADA Requirements: Service Animals
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Last updated: February 28, 2020 The Department of Justice published revised final regulations implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act... -
Australian Cattle Dog
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The Australian Cattle Dog, also known as a Blue Heeler or Red Heeler, depending on their coat color, is an extremely intelligent, active, and... -
Appenzeller Sennenhunde
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This breed is highly energetic and thrives on physical activity, demonstrating a zest for life and enjoying various outdoor activities and exercises -
Australian Shepherd
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They are descendants from a line of Europe’s finest herders. As a working breed, these dogs were valued by cowboys for their incredible herding... -
Dutch Shepherd
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This breed is prized for its intelligence and its trainable nature. Today, they serve as police dogs, guides for the blind, obedience competition... -
Belgian Malinois
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The Belgian Malinois (pronounced Ma-Luhn-Waa) is a medium-sized herding dog with boatloads of athleticism, energy, and smarts. These sheepdogs... -
Bernese Mountain Dog
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The Bernese Mountain Dog is a large working breed from the canton of Bern in the Swiss Alps and one of the four Sennehund, or Swiss Mountain breeds. -
Labrador Retriever
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Historically, they earned their keep as fishermen’s helpers: hauling nets, fetching ropes, and retrieving fish from the chilly North Atlantic. -
Golden Retriever
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Known for their kind eyes, loyalty, and enthusiasm for life, the golden retriever is one of the most popular dog breeds in the United States. -
Poodle (Standard)
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Poodles come in three size varieties: Standards should be more than 15 inches tall at the shoulder; Miniatures are 15 inches or under; Toys stand... -
Affenpinscher
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The Affenpinscher breed originated as skilled ratters, initially tasked with pest control in homes, stables, and shops.
