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The writing team at Service Dog Certifications is made up of folks who really know their stuff when it comes to disability laws and assistance animals. Many of our writers and editors have service dogs themselves and share insights from their own experiences. All of us have a passion for disability rights and animals. While we offer products and services for purchase, our main goal in our publications is to spread unbiased and accurate knowledge about service dog rights. We pride ourselves on promoting responsible service dog ownership and setting the facts straight on myths that persist in the world of service dogs. We advocate for all service dog handlers and provide educational material to help you advocate for yourself and your service dog.

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service dog for anxiety and depression puppy

How Do I Qualify For a Service Dog if I Have Anxiety and Depression?

For a person living with anxiety or depression, even the most trivial tasks can feel exhausting. To deal with their mental illness, some take medication or schedule consistent therapy sessions. But it’s not widely known that anyone with diagnosed anxiety or depression also qualifies for a psychiatric service dog. What is a psychiatric service dog? […]

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Service Dog Public Access Test

What is a Public Access Test for Service Animals?

A public access test checks whether your service dog behaves well in places where regular pets are not allowed. The point is to ensure your dog remains calm in noisy environments, refrains from chasing food on the floor, responds to commands promptly, and can still perform their service dog tasks even in the presence of […]

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Cost of a Service Dog

The Cost of a Service Dog

Quality doesn’t come cheap. Neither does a Service Dog. However, when considering how beneficial a well-trained Service Dog can be to the quality of life of its handler, then a Service Dog is priceless.  Nonetheless, according to the Freedom Service Dogs of America, the cost of a Service Dog is approximately $25,000. Let’s take a […]

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