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

Creating a Disaster Plan for Service and Working Dogs

Plan for your own access and care needs and for the dog's transport, shelter and daily care. Preparation makes it easier to act when time is short.

Bev Thompson
Published August 27, 2017

10 Summer Safety Tips for Service and Working Dogs

Hot weather changes how long and comfortably a dog can work. Plan outings around the conditions and the individual dog's health, coat and stamina.

Devon MacPherson
Published June 2, 2016

Planning for an Emergency With Your Service Dog

An emergency plan should account for your care needs and the dog's transport and care.

Kea Grace
Published January 6, 2015

Depression, Suicide, and Getting Support

The loss of Robin Williams in 2014 prompted AP’s original discussion of depression and suicide.

Kea Grace
Published August 13, 2014