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Everything You Need to Know About Service Dog Supplies
Unlike most dogs, Service Dogs go to work every day to fulfill their job in supporting their handlers with their specific needs. Just like humans, to do their work, they might need a uniform and tools to make the job easier. A shopping list of essential supplies for a Service Dog could include the following […]
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How to Get Your Service Dog to Stop Barking
Dogs are great companions, but sometimes they bark—a lot. This can be frustrating and—especially for a Service Dog—poor behavior. But with patience, training and well-timed rewards, you can teach your dog to drop the barking and speak only when it’s appropriate. To learn about what measures you can take to train your Service Dog to […]
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Can I Leave My Service Dog at Home?
Service Dogs work to provide assistance to their owners both inside and outside the house. Many handlers like to keep them close by in case they need the help their Service Dog has been trained for. But, while there are no rules that a Service Dog must accompany their handlers 24/7, it is up to […]
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Steps for Veterans to Get a Service Dog
The transition back to civilian life can hit hard. Physical injuries, PTSD, anxiety, depression — these aren’t just medical terms for many veterans; they’re daily battles. That’s where service dogs come in. These four-legged partners are trained to perform service dog tasks that make a real difference. Whether it’s retrieving items when mobility is limited, […]
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Landlord Rights for Emotional Support Animals
If you’re a landlord, you may have noticed the use of Emotional Support Animals (ESA) has become common as more mental health professionals write ESA letters to help their clients. As a landlord or property owner, you might ask yourself, what does that mean for me and for my rental units that have “no pets” […]
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Emotional Support Animals in the Workplace in California
California expanded the definition of support animal in 2016 and removed training requirements. California law is more expansive than federal law when it comes to the rights that disabled employees have to bring ESAs into the workplace. That protection increased when the Department of Fair Employment and Housing regulations were amended effective April 1, 2016 […]
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