Ticks and Dogs: Prevention and Veterinary Care

Ticks can transmit disease, but exposure, species and risk vary by location and season.

Olivia Williams
Published May 24, 2022

Introducing New Gear to Your Service Dog

New equipment should fit the dog, suit the intended use and allow comfortable movement.

April Childers
Published May 9, 2022

Emotional Support Animals Don’t Have Public Access (Plus 4 Other ESA Facts)

An emotional support animal provides comfort through its presence. A service dog is individually trained to do disability-related work or tasks.

Kea Grace
Published May 1, 2022

Tips for Taking Care of a Terminally Ill Pet

It can be difficult to take care of a pet with a terminal illness — and that difficulty is compounded if you are disabled and have a Service Dog .

Olivia Williams
Published March 31, 2022

What Does “Disabled Enough” Mean?

People with invisible or fluctuating disabilities can face skepticism about whether they need support.

Devon MacPherson
Published March 10, 2022

Service Dogs, Therapy Dogs, Emotional Support Animals and Facility Dogs

These terms describe different roles. A dog's friendly behavior, vest or registration does not establish a legal category.

Kea Grace
Published February 10, 2022

Five Simple Ways to Enjoy Time with Your Dog

You do not need a new purchase to give your dog a pleasant day. Choose activities that suit its comfort and interests.

Anything Pawsable Staff
Published January 20, 2022

Health Considerations for Pedigree Dogs

A pedigree records ancestry; it does not guarantee health or establish that a dog will develop a particular illness.

Olivia Williams
Published January 18, 2022

Holiday Dog Movies: AP’s Archived Viewing List

This is AP’s archived holiday viewing list. It reflects the writer’s selections at original publication, not current streaming availability, regional ratings or a…

Devon MacPherson
Published December 16, 2021

How Service Dogs Can Help

Service dogs perform individually trained work or tasks related to a person’s disability.

Olivia Williams
Published November 28, 2021