Service animals are amazing, right? They’re MVPs that they help people with disabilities live life with confidence and independence. We’re not talking about a handful of dogs, either. It’s estimated ...
A new Colorado bill aims to clarify the definition of "assistance animals" to ensure equal access to housing. A service dog trainer explains why denying a service animal is like "denying someone's ...
Seizure alert dogs are working partners trained to notice subtle shifts in scent, movement, or behavior that often happen minutes before a seizure. That warning can give someone time to sit down, take ...
A Missouri House committee learned about a valuable heartland service designed to train service dogs to help both veterans and families with severely autistic children. "Our mission is to change lives ...
An Air Force veteran says she has been denied service at local businesses because of her service dog, and she hopes sharing her story will help raise awareness.
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 ...
Service dogs have become a common feature in California's public spaces over the years, but fake service dogs, advocates say, are hurting real service dogs’ credibility and exacerbating the challenges ...
For some, the mental impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has lingered long past the lockdowns. One study refers to it as “an ...