Service Dog Standards and USSDR help prepare dogs and human handlers. Learn how training readiness and ADA access requirements work together.
USSDR
Published May 17, 2018
In housing covered by the Fair Housing Act, a person with a disability may request an exception to a no-pets rule when an assistance animal is necessary for equal…
USSDR
Published May 17, 2018
At an ADA-covered business, when a dog’s service role is not obvious, staff may ask whether it is required because of a disability and what work or task it has…
USSDR
Published May 17, 2018
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines a Service Animal as: any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an…
USSDR
Published May 17, 2018
Dogs used for assistance, detection, search, or other work need abilities suited to the particular role. Breed alone does not establish suitability.
Kea Grace
Published May 11, 2018
Choose a crate for the actual dog, journey and carrier. A road-trip restraint, cargo container and in-cabin carrier have different uses; a brand name alone does…
Kea Grace
Published April 28, 2018
Build behavior around your team’s tasks and everyday environments, rather than assuming every dog must use the same position.
Kea Grace
Published April 2, 2018
Small practical choices can reduce waste without compromising your dog's nutrition, safety or the assistance you need.
Emily Folk
Published March 20, 2018
2018 registration is closed. Dates, sponsors, locations and qualifications below describe that event. Check the organizer’s current rules and availability.
Kea Grace
Published March 7, 2018
These titles appeared in AP’s children’s-book selection. Stories can begin a conversation; they are not substitutes for current service-dog guidance.
Kea Grace
Published February 12, 2018
