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5 Common Service-Dog Myths

There is no federal minimum training-hour requirement or compulsory public-access certificate under the ADA.

Kea Grace
Published January 13, 2017

Top Service Dog News in 2015

2 015 was an eventful year in the Service Dog world. Here are some of the top news stories and developments in the Service Dog and working dog community from this…

Kea Grace
Published December 31, 2015

5 Useful Public-Access Skills for Service Dogs

Settling beside you, leaving food alone, and staying out of the way make everyday outings easier. Here are five skills to build thoughtfully before asking your dog to work in busier places.

Kea Grace
Published April 27, 2015

Service Dog Access at VA Facilities

VA facility access is no longer limited to seeing-eye dogs. Under 38 CFR 1.218, a service animal is a dog individually trained to do disability-related work or…

Kea Grace
Published January 2, 2015

Service-Dog Public Access: A Quick Guide

For ADA public access, a service dog must be individually trained for disability-related work or tasks. Comfort alone does not meet that definition.

Kea Grace
Published September 5, 2013

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