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  1. Abhean

    Outside Article Veteran wins case against Illinois agency over service dog ban

    Abhean has published a news story: Veteran wins case against Illinois agency over service dog ban. Richardson's union, the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), filed a grievance against the IDHS, asserting that the department's actions were discriminatory...
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    Outside Article Kids with autism supported by service dogs, as research and families note 'incredible changes'

    Abhean has published a news story: Kids with autism supported by service dogs, as research and families note 'incredible changes'. Washington mom shares her son's physical and emotional benefits since getting his service dog Read the full story here...
  3. Kids with autism supported by service dogs, as research and families note 'incredible changes'

    Kids with autism supported by service dogs, as research and families note 'incredible changes'

    Having a furry friend can add fun and companionship for anyone — but for children with autism, it can be life-changing. A recent study from the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine evaluated the impact of service dogs on autistic children and their caregivers in 75 families...
  4. Service dog that escaped during crash on I-70 reunited with military veteran after becoming lost near tunnels

    Service Dog Service dog that escaped during crash on I-70 reunited with military veteran after becoming lost near tunnels

    Bob, a 3-year-old shiba inu, escaped from a vehicle during a crash on Interstate 70 before on Thursday, April 3, 2025. He was reunited with his owner the next morning, after being spotted by a Colorado Department of Transportation employee. A military veteran’s service animal escaped his...
  5. Abhean

    Reaves-v.-Immediate-Medical-Care 2025-04-09

    Erin Reaves (“Reaves”) brought this action againstImmediate Medical Care, P.A. (“Immediate”) for declaratory andinjunctive relief pursuant to Title III of the Americans withDisabilities Act (“ADA”), 42 U.S.C. §§ 12181-12189. See Am.Compl., ECF No. 63. Reaves alleges that she arrived...
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  6. CONG. LUTTRELL: If Enacted, 'SAVES Act' Can Help Turn Veteran's Suicide Tide

    Service Dog CONG. LUTTRELL: If Enacted, 'SAVES Act' Can Help Turn Veteran's Suicide Tide

    CONG. LUTTRELL: If Enacted, 'SAVES Act' Can Help Turn Veteran's Suicide Tide by: Gilbert Rodriguez 2025-04-03 Source: texasinsider No veteran should have to face this battle by themselves; it is our duty to serve those who sacrificed everything for this country. Texas Insider Report...
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    Surveying the area.
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    Happy Dougal
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  9. Charlotte man accuses CMPD and Optimist Hall of discrimination after incident with service dog

    Service Dog Charlotte man accuses CMPD and Optimist Hall of discrimination after incident with service dog

    Author: Julie Kay Published: 10:45 PM EST February 6, 2025 Updated: 7:11 AM EST February 7, 2025 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Posh may seem like any other small poodle, but to Benjamin Bowman, she's much more. "Posh reminds me to take my medication," Bowman said. "Anxiety, severe depression, and ADHD...
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  10. Layla the service dog helps Ferris State student Lily DeGroot overcome challenges – right through to commencement

    Service Dog Layla the service dog helps Ferris State student Lily DeGroot overcome challenges – right through to commencement

    BIG RAPIDS, Mich. — There’s only one place you’d find Layla the service dog on Lily DeGroot’s special day: right by her owner’s side. And that’s just where Layla walked — tail wagging the whole way — as DeGroot crossed the stage to accept her diploma at Ferris State University’s commencement...
  11. Abhean

    Keep Going K9 [Deleted]

    This thread is for the general discussion of the link Keep Going K9. Please add to the discussion here.
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  12. We help the dog and we help the person': Central Texas nonprofit rescues pups with potential to train and serve those with disabilities

    Service Dog We help the dog and we help the person': Central Texas nonprofit rescues pups with potential to train and serve those with disabilities

    Author: Jessica Cha DRIPPING SPRINGS, Texas — For the past 35 years, a service dog training nonprofit in Dripping Springs has transformed unwanted dogs into essential partners for Texans living with significant challenges. Sheri Soltes, founder and CEO of Service Dogs, Inc., says the dogs...
  13. Sarasota dog business owners arrested for animal cruelty after 4 dogs died in custody

    Service Dog Sarasota dog business owners arrested for animal cruelty after 4 dogs died in custody

    Melissa Pérez-Carrillo Sarasota Herald-Tribune The owners of K9 Training for Heroes, a Sarasota dog training business for veterans with PTSD, have been arrested after four dogs died in their custody. Natasha Wilhelm, 39, and Sean Hubschmitt, 40, were arrested on Nov. 20 for animal cruelty...
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  14. Abhean

    Outside Article Waldorf Veteran Pushes For Improved VA Support For Service Dogs

    Abhean has published a news story: Waldorf Veteran Pushes For Improved VA Support For Service Dogs. Brennon Groves, a medically retired U.S. Air Force veteran, is leading a nationwide effort to reform the Veterans Administration’s (VA) process for assisting veterans with service dogs Read the...
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  15. Waldorf Veteran Pushes For Improved VA Support For Service Dogs

    Service Dog Waldorf Veteran Pushes For Improved VA Support For Service Dogs

    WALDORF, Md. — Brennon Groves, a medically retired U.S. Air Force veteran, is leading a nationwide effort to reform the Veterans Administration’s (VA) process for assisting veterans with service dogs. His Change.org petition, which has garnered over 20,400 signatures, calls for the establishment...
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  16. Yardley Area Family Helping Alpha Bravo Canine Find New Home

    Service Dog Yardley Area Family Helping Alpha Bravo Canine Find New Home

    Nicky Christopher has held fundraisers for Alpha Bravo Canine in Lower Makefield Township for three years. The organization now needs a new home. (Alpha Bravo Canine) LOWER BUCKS COUNTY, PA —For three years every April, Sara and Nicky Christopher have held an Alpha Bravo Canine fundraiser to...
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  17. Service, therapy animals on campus improve student wellness, create community

    Therapy Dog News Service, therapy animals on campus improve student wellness, create community

    A service dog and its owner pose on campus. Therapy and service animals help Bruins reap various benefits. (Daily Bruin file photo) Animals – whether personal pets or service animals – can be seen around campus. While UCLA’s residential pet policy only allows fish in tanks under 10 gallons...
  18. Abhean

    Question Service Dog Training Methods

    No matter if you have self-trained, had your service dog trained by a professional, or some hybrid fashion which training list did you use? While, here in the states, we don't have the requirement to be "certified" or carry papers for our service dogs training we should always focus on some...
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  19. Abhean

    Vets To Vets United, Inc.

    This thread is for the general discussion of the link Vets To Vets United, Inc.. Please add to the discussion here.
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  20. Vets To Vets United, Inc.

    North Carolina Vets To Vets United, Inc.

    Founded in 2012, our North Carolina-based program is exclusively for U.S. military veterans who are lonely, suffering from depression, or who have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, a traumatic brain injury, or a physical disability. Missional Living We embrace God's mission...
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