Author: Jim
Three Types of Service Dog Fraud You Should Know About
When people hear the term service dog fraud, they usually think of a pet in a vest — someone pretending their dog is a service dog…
Are People Instinctively Drawn to Dogs?
Those of us who work with service dogs and puppies in training get special insight to just how much people love dogs. Strangers often stop…
Do Dogs Need Boots in Hot or Cold Weather?
An ongoing debate continues among the service dog handlers and puppy raisers I know – whether dogs should wear boots to protect their feet in…
Service Dog Fraud Is Illegal in 32 States What About Yours?
Service dogs are life-changing partners for people with disabilities, helping them live more independently. Unfortunately, some people try to cheat the system by passing off…
Should I Hire a Trainer to Make My Pet a Service Dog?
People often ask, “Should I make my pet a service dog?” While it may be possible, there are several crucial factors to consider before hiring a…
Lessons Learned Traveling with a Service Dog
Introduction Traveling with a service dog is more complicated than travelling alone, but it’s worth the extra effort. I’m hard of hearing, and I don’t…
Are Emotional Support Animal Certifying Websites Legit?
From websites offering discounted prices and instant certifications to claims of being able to take your pet anywhere, the world of online emotional support animal…
What Does it Take to Make a Service Dog?
Puppies must be properly socialized at a very young age to become calm, well-mannered adults. Socialization is an essential step in making a service dog,…
Unleashing Ease – 10 Products to Simplify life with Dogs
n this post I'll discuss a number of products we use that make life with lots of dogs easier. If you follow the links to…
Etiquette Advice for Service Dog Handlers and Puppy Raisers
This post offers guidelines for polite dog handling for service dog handlers and puppy raisers. Much of this information is covered in team training, but…