Steps toward getting a successor dog and retiring your current service dog

This is one owner-trainer’s dated account. Its ages, timetable and experiences are personal, not a required retirement or transition schedule.

Lisa A Faulkner
Published March 4, 2019

10 Ways to Be a Better Service-Dog Team

A useful goal improves daily life for you and your dog. Choose a few priorities that fit your needs and the dog's comfort instead of measuring the team against…

Lisa A Faulkner
Published December 28, 2018

Allergen-Detection Dogs: Assistance Has Limits

Some dogs are trained to indicate a target allergen scent or to help a person carry out an allergy-related response.

Kea Grace
Published September 28, 2018

Considering Retirement for a Service Dog

Retirement planning can be emotional. Watch your dog's comfort, health and willingness to work, and discuss changes with your veterinarian and trainer or program.

Kea Grace
Published December 4, 2017

2017–2018 Service-Dog Travel Guide: Current Rules

This guide retains its original publication date. Use the current guidance below rather than the airline policies that applied during 2017–2018.

Kea Grace
Published November 22, 2017

Escalators and Service-Dog Safety

Escalators and moving walkways can trap paws, fur or equipment. Familiarity and confidence do not remove the mechanical risk.

Kea Grace
Published September 28, 2017

Making an Evacuation Plan With Your Service Dog

Plan around your access needs, local hazards and your dog's care. Follow evacuation orders promptly; belongings are replaceable.

Kea Grace
Published September 8, 2017

10 Things to Consider Before Getting a Service Dog

A service dog can provide useful assistance, but the arrangement should suit both you and the dog.

Kea Grace
Published March 7, 2017

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

National Train Your Dog Month 2017

J anuary 2017 kicks off with the Association of Professional Dog Trainer ‘s National Train Your Dog Month.

Kea Grace
Published January 6, 2017