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
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…
Kea Grace
Published December 31, 2017
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
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 moving walkways can trap paws, fur or equipment. Familiarity and confidence do not remove the mechanical risk.
Kea Grace
Published September 28, 2017
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
A psychiatric admission can raise practical questions about your service dog at a time when you need care.
Kea Grace
Published May 9, 2017
A service dog can provide useful assistance, but the arrangement should suit both you and the dog.
Kea Grace
Published March 7, 2017
There is no federal minimum training-hour requirement or compulsory public-access certificate under the ADA.
Kea Grace
Published January 13, 2017
This article originally concerned the 2016 election. Those dates and deadlines have passed.
Kea Grace
Published September 26, 2016
