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Emotional Support Cat
Cats can legally be emotional support animals because studies like this one have shown that cat owners have better psychological health than non-pet owners, and this one showed that cats can help reduce stress by lowering blood pressure and resting heart rates. Cats can qualify as emotional support animals because they have been proven to […]
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Service Dog Laws – Know your rights
Do you know what to do and say when you are traveling with your Service Dog? Taking the step to adopt and train a service dog is tough work. The bond a handler and a service dog develops is one of the deepest and most meaningful relationships that exist. A challenge many service dog handlers […]
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How to Certify a Therapy Dog
Getting your dog certified as a therapy dog can give it more credibility and open doors to places that need them, like hospitals, schools, and nursing homes. The certification process can take 3–6 months and costs between $300 and $500, depending on the organization you choose. Getting your dog certified as a therapy dog takes […]
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Service Animal Laws
This article was last updated on August 27th, 2025 If you’re in a business, airport, or residential building with your service dog and need to know the law you can cite that protects you, this guide is for you. We’ll cover each of the major service dog laws in the United States that, together, give […]
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Do You Need a Vest for a Service Dog?
Having a service dog provides an individual with the freedom to do things that a disability or challenge may otherwise not allow them to do. These specially trained canines are more than just companions, they can be the eyes, ears, hands and even medical alert that makes a huge difference in the lives of those […]
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The Difference between a Psychiatric Service Dog and an Emotional Support Animal
Dogs have historically performed all manner of tasks to assist humans in a variety of situations. For centuries farmers have used the intelligent and energetic nature of Border Collies to help them round up their livestock. Dogs are also incredibly useful in the treatment and therapy of various disabilities, both physical and mental. Perhaps the […]
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