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

Choosing Vests, Jackets and Harnesses for a Service Dog

The ADA does not require a service dog to wear a vest, special harness or identification.

Kea Grace
Published February 14, 2016

Flying With a Service Dog: 5 Required Skills

Flying requires preparation for both airport conditions and the applicable airline process. On covered U.S.

Kea Grace
Published January 7, 2016

Housetraining a Service Dog in Training

House training relies on frequent opportunities, supervision and rewards.

Kea Grace
Published October 7, 2015

Howly Jowly 2014 Christmas Giveaway

H owly Jowly 2014: The Basics The basics are simple: we’re giving away training books, really awesome tasty treats and superbly high quality toys to as many…

Anything Pawsable Staff
Published December 16, 2014

Five Things to Discuss With Your Service Dog Trainer

A good training partnership depends on clear communication and an individual plan.

Kea Grace
Published July 17, 2014

Service Dog Quest: Practicing Position Cues in New Contexts

A dog may know a cue in one setting and need practice when the surroundings or handler's position change.

Kea Grace
Published March 19, 2014

Service Dog Quest: Practicing Waiting and Disengaging

Waiting for a cue or disengaging from an accessible distraction can be useful.

Kea Grace
Published February 12, 2014

Service Dog Quest: Teaching Comfortable Check-Ins

A voluntary check-in can help you communicate in distracting places.

Kea Grace
Published January 29, 2014