One Size Does Not Fit All: SMALL Breeds That Serve

This is a dated interview and personal account. A small dog can qualify under the ADA when individually trained in disability-related work.

Bev Thompson
Published August 30, 2019

Five Breed Choices to Research for Service Work

Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, Labrador–Golden crosses, Standard Poodles, and German Shepherds appeared in AP’s original breed overview.

Kea Grace
Published July 8, 2019

Common Service and Working Dog Breed Choices

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

Considering a Service Dog When You Have Allergies

Allergies are an important part of deciding whether a service-dog partnership is suitable for you.

Curtis Carr
Published July 30, 2014

Considering a Doberman Pinscher for Service Work

A Doberman may be suitable for some handlers, but breed identity does not establish service-dog suitability.

Kea Grace
Published July 24, 2013

Considering a Labrador Retriever for Service Work

Labrador Retrievers are used in many assistance-dog programs, but breed identity does not guarantee a suitable candidate or reliable performance.

Kea Grace
Published July 12, 2013