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

Service-Dog Behavior in Public: Practical Expectations and ADA Rules

Public work requires a dog that can remain under effective control and perform its trained assistance.

Kea Grace
Published December 20, 2021

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

Planning Backup Care for Your Dog

Backup care is useful for travel, illness or any time you cannot care for your dog.

Olivia Williams
Published November 15, 2021

Why is so hard to admit you have PTSD?

This is Shawna’s dated personal account. The events and program details have not been independently confirmed.

Shawna Mayo
Published October 29, 2021

Psychiatric Service Dog Tasks: Examples and Individual Planning

Explore psychiatric service dog task examples, how to turn a useful action into a training goal, and safety limits to discuss with your support team.

Kea Grace
Published October 15, 2021

Answering Questions About Your Service Dog in Public

A short, practiced answer can make an access conversation easier. You do not have to disclose your diagnosis to use a qualifying service dog.

Kea Grace
Published October 1, 2021

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 September 22, 2021

Comparing Pet Insurance for Your Dog

Compare the written terms of policies available to you. A brand endorsement or headline reimbursement percentage does not establish which plan suits your dog.

Olivia Williams
Published September 22, 2021