Most people know that an assistance dog helps someone with a disability – but beyond that, many false assumptions surround ...

Great volunteer opportunities for service dog trainers at disability assistance dogs Disability Assistance Dogs is developing a volunteer service dog training team. Volunteers will teach a dog the ...

Experts share what assistance dogs do, the types of disabilities they support, and the role of reputable organizations in finding the right animal.

A service animal is defined in Title II: Section 35.104 under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as a dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What can you tell me about service dogs for seniors with disabilities? My 67-year-old father has chronic arthritis and Parkinson’s disease, and I’m wondering if an assistance dog ...

Service dogs play a vital role in the lives of individuals with disabilities, offering assistance, companionship, and a newfound sense of independence. These dogs are trained to perform specific tasks ...

We choose to have dogs in our lives for many reasons. However, some people with disabilities actually need the assistance of intelligent and loving pups to get through their own daily routines. Of ...

While most Americans with service dogs can find relatively easy accommodations when touring the country, it's a very different experience abroad. You'll need your animal's paperwork for airlines, ...

Investigation on dogs certified by unaccredited trainer (4 min 46 sec) K9 Search Medical Detection didn't show evidence of appropriate record keeping and practices. Officials highlight risk to public ...

SUNY Cortland enforces a no-pet policy in its residence halls and apartments. Exceptions are made for service and assistance animals according to the guidelines outlined below. An assistance animal is ...

What can you tell me about service dogs for seniors with disabilities? My 67-year-old father has chronic arthritis and Parkinson’s disease, and I’m wondering if an assistance dog could help make his ...