May is Mental Health Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to discuss what exactly emotional service dogs can help with. Emotional support dogs do more than just offer companionship – they are specially trained to provide comfort and support to individuals facing various mental and physical health challenges. They can help with a wide… Read more »
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Navigating Questions and Comments About Your Emotional Service Dog
It isn’t uncommon for those with emotional service animals to be met with questions and comments. Being asked these questions can be anything from annoying to upsetting, and answering them in the moment can be hard. Below, we’ll list common questions and comments and provide a few examples of answers. While you may not want… Read more »
Think Twice Before Gifting a Dog This Holiday Season
As we approach the holiday season, many of us are beginning to brainstorm gift ideas. Every November, there’s a notable uptick in individuals embarking on the puppy adoption or buying journey, aiming to surprise their loved ones with a furry friend come December. The vision of a puppy with a red bow around its neck… Read more »
Common Misconceptions About Psychiatric Service Dogs
Psychiatric service dogs are an integral part of society. They provide relief for many conditions, aid in alleviating symptoms, and have continuously been shown to improve quality of life. Unfortunately, there are a few misconceptions about psychiatric service dogs. Below we explain two of the most common misconceptions about psychiatric service dogs. They Must Wear A… Read more »
All About Search and Rescue Dogs
Search and rescue dogs, sometimes called SAR Dogs, are being utilized more and more frequently. There are some misconceptions about what search and rescue dogs do or how they do their job. Below are two questions most people wonder about Search and Rescue dogs! What Do They Do? Search and rescue dogs do exactly that:… Read more »