Five Questions to Consider Before Partnering With a Service Dog

These questions can help you compare a service dog with other assistance options.

Kea Grace
Published May 15, 2019

Trained Service-Dog Tasks and Natural Behavior

The ADA requires individually trained work or tasks related to a person's disability. Comfort from a dog's presence alone does not meet that definition.

Terry McCormack, CDT
Published May 10, 2019

Misrepresentation, Service-Dog Access and Fair Treatment

Misrepresenting a pet as a service dog can harm access and create safety problems.

Anything Pawsable Staff
Published February 28, 2019

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

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

10 Things to Know About Service Dogs

ADA regulations also contain a separate provision for trained miniature horses with an individual assessment.

Kea Grace
Published September 5, 2016

Service Dogs and Boots: Fit, Comfort and Gradual Practice

Boots may help with particular surfaces, weather or traction needs. They do not remove every hazard, and they are not necessary for every dog.

Kea Grace
Published April 11, 2016

Five Areas to Assess in a Shelter Service-Dog Candidate

A shelter dog may be a suitable candidate, but one visit cannot predict a working career. Shelter stress and unfamiliar surroundings can change behavior.

Kea Grace
Published March 14, 2016