A service dog's tasks should address its handler's disability-related needs and be safe for both members of the team. Useful possibilities include:
April Childers
Published September 6, 2019
This is a dated interview and personal account. A small dog can qualify under the ADA when individually trained in disability-related work.
Bev Thompson
Published August 30, 2019
This is an archive announcement for a search-and-rescue dog event scheduled for October 26, 2019, in San Bernardino County, California.
Kea Grace
Published August 25, 2019
Give working teams room. A handler may depend on a particular trained response, and deliberately engaging the dog can interrupt its work.
Kea Grace
Published August 18, 2019
School goes more smoothly when you plan for both your classes and your dog's needs.
Devon MacPherson
Published August 14, 2019
Under ADA Titles II and III, service animals are dogs. A separate provision covers miniature horses individually trained to do work or tasks for a person with a…
Kea Grace
Published August 10, 2019
Service dog vests are optional under the U.S. ADA. Learn how to choose readable wording, a comfortable fit and equipment suited to your team.
Kea Grace
Published August 10, 2019
Provide frequent bathroom opportunities suited to the individual puppy, including after waking, meals, drinking, and play.
Kea Grace
Published August 3, 2019
Attention, loose-leash movement, and settling can make everyday routines easier. Practice each in small steps with rewards.
Kea Grace
Published July 21, 2019
Service work should suit the individual dog and handler. These factors guide assessment; they are not a legal list of automatic, lifelong disqualifications.
Kea Grace
Published July 12, 2019
