Service Dogs, ESAs, and Other Working Dogs: How They Differ

Service dogs, therapy dogs, emotional support animals, and facility dogs do different jobs. Their role and training determine which rules apply.

Olivia Williams
Published October 24, 2024

Unlock Your Puppy’s Potential with Tether Training

A short, supervised leash connection can help you keep a puppy nearby while you observe bathroom signals or practice settling.

Olivia Williams
Published October 4, 2024

My Service Dog Was Attacked, What Should I Do?

If another dog attacks your service dog, protect yourself as well as your dog. Do not put your body or hands between fighting dogs or reach for their collars.

Olivia Williams
Published September 7, 2024

Can My Dog Be a Service Dog? A Comprehensive Guide

To assess a service-dog candidate, start with the disability-related work or tasks you need, the dog’s health and behavior, and a realistic training plan.

Olivia Williams
Published April 28, 2024

3 Ways to Sharpen Your Service Dog’s Tuck Sit and Why It Matters

A tuck sit is a particular sit transition. It should be comfortable for the individual dog. It is different from teaching a dog to settle underneath a table or chair.

Olivia Williams
Published April 12, 2024

A Service Dog Training Checklist for Your Team’s Goals

Use this service dog training checklist to choose foundation skills, suitable tasks and manageable next steps for your individual team.

Olivia Williams
Published April 7, 2024

Don’t Panic! A Guide to Service Dog Transport in Emergencies

Include your service dog in your emergency plan. Keep a trusted backup caregiver’s contact details with the information you want emergency responders to have.

Olivia Williams
Published March 12, 2024

The Eureka Effect Study and Dog Training

Ragen T. S. McGowan and colleagues studied dogs' responses when their actions unlocked a reward.

Olivia Williams
Published February 2, 2024

Tools That Can Support Loose-Leash Training

A better walk takes more than a new leash. Learn which tools can support your dog, what to watch for with fit, and how to make those first easy steps count.

Kea Grace
Published December 21, 2022

Service Dog Air Travel: Updated 2022 Guide

This article originally covered the 2022 travel season. Its former airline-by-airline policies are superseded.

Kea Grace
Published December 7, 2022