Federal Service-Dog Law in Plain English

Service-dog rules depend on the setting. This guide summarizes key U.S. federal distinctions and is general information, not advice about a particular dispute.

Kea Grace
Published July 10, 2013

Eric’s Reported Medical Alert: A 2013 Story

AP’s June 2013 story described Edward Colie and his miniature Poodle, Eric, and reported that Eric alerted before Colie experienced a medical emergency.

Lisa A Faulkner
Published June 26, 2013

Remembering K-9 Kilo, Indiana State Police Canine Officer fallen in duty

K-9 Kilo, an Indiana State Police dog, was killed in the line of duty on June 24, 2013, in Sellersburg, Indiana.

Kea Grace
Published June 25, 2013

Preparing to Answer Service-Dog Questions in Public

A short, practiced answer can make an access conversation easier. You do not have to disclose your diagnosis to use a qualifying service dog.

Kea Grace
Published June 25, 2013

Disability Rights at Work: EEOC Resources

Employment accommodation rules differ from ADA service-dog access to shops and other public places.

Anything Pawsable Staff
Published May 17, 2013

HUD Housing Guidance: What Changed After the 2013 Notice

AP originally reproduced HUD's April 25, 2013 assistance-animal notice. That text is historical guidance, not a current notice.

Anything Pawsable Staff
Published May 2, 2013

K-9 Jitter Tribute

S ome dogs come into our lives and they never leave. By lodging a residence in our hearts, minds, memories and souls, a piece of them continues to live in the…

Kea Grace
Published April 4, 2013

Flying With a Service Dog: Planning Your Trip

Plan for the current airline process and the actual destination. U.S. air-travel service-animal rules differ from ADA rules for ordinary public places.

Anything Pawsable Staff
Published July 2, 2012

3 often-asked questions about Orbit, The Autism Service Dog

W e often are asked about my son Elliot’s Service Dog, Orbit.

Laura Sylvester
Published May 31, 2012

The 5th Annual National Service Dog (and Working Dog) Eye Exam event is underway!

AP announced an ACVO service and working dog eye-exam event in 2012. That event’s registration period has passed.

Anything Pawsable Staff
Published April 3, 2012