Service Dog Certifications
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Can a Service Dog also be a Therapy Dog
Although they both offer vital services, a service dog and a therapy dog are not the same. These two types of dogs are not afforded the same federal rights to public access under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). They provide very different services for people. On rare occasions, however, a Service Dog can also […]
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Best Mobility Service Dog Breeds
Mobility service dogs go far beyond the common perception of “helping someone walk.” They become extensions of their handlers, performing tasks that might otherwise require human assistance. They retrieve dropped keys when fingers won’t cooperate, open heavy doors when strength fails, clear paths of obstacles that wheelchairs can’t navigate, and provide physical support during transfers […]
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How to Register Your Dog as a Service Dog in New York
Service dogs can make the world much more accessible to people who have a disability. The Empire State respects the work of service dogs and allows people with disabilities to engage in public life. A service dog is not a pet, it is an accommodation that allows people with disabilities to have a safe and […]
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