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How Much Does It Cost to Train a Service Dog
Training a service dog can be a costly venture, but for those that need the help of a specialized canine, it’s priceless. However, it’s difficult to put a specific price on training a service dog. In this post, we are going to cover the basics to give you a better idea of what having a […]
How to Find the Right Veterinarian for your Pet
Have you recently gotten a pet or are pondering the idea of adding one to your life? Then you’ll want to have a good veterinarian to look after your new bundle of furry-fun. But finding the right pet doctor for your new addition may not be as simple as looking through a directory and calling […]
What to Do if Your Landlord Does Not Accept Your Emotional Support Animal
When seeking rented accommodation, it is not uncommon to find that landlords or housing providers have imposed a ‘no pets’ policy as part of their agreement. This is usually due to many factors such as noise, potential damage to their property, or simply due to insurance restrictions. While the majority of renters have to abide […]
Service Dog Rules for Staying in Hotels
There are a number of people that require the assistance of a service dog. These specialized and highly trained canines provide the person with a disability the right most of us take for granted; to freely participate in all of the activities of life without judgment or discrimination. However, there are still some establishments, like […]
The Difference Between Service Dogs, Emotional Support Animals and Therapy Dogs
The Difference Between Service Dogs, Emotional Support Animals, and Therapy Dogs Although service dogs for the deaf and blind have been used for decades, doctors and mental health professionals are now attesting to the benefits dogs (and other animals) bring to those individuals that need emotional or stress-relieving help. However, since this practice of emotional […]
How to Stop Panic Attacks Using Dogs
Using Dogs to Stop Panic Attacks It’s happening again. Your heart is going a mile-a-minute, you’re sweating and shaking, you’re short of breath, and you’re in a state of absolute panic. But your dog notices what’s going on, comes into the room, jumps onto your lap, and before you know it, everything is fine. But why […]