Service dogs can play a number of roles in someone’s life, including helping someone with a disease like diabetes. So when one young boy’s diabetes posed a threat to his health, his dog came to the rescue and the story is now going viral. Luke Nutall is a 7-year-old boy living with type 1 diabetes,… Read more »
Category: Service Dogs
Public Access for Service Dogs
There is a large portion of the American public and business owners as to what the legal status of service dogs are. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) gives clarification to what is expected. First, the Americans with Disabilities Act defines a service animal as “a dog that is individually trained to do work or… Read more »
Service Dog Teamwork
Having a service dog is a team effort. The dog is not to be looked upon as an instrument or a tool. He/she is an extension of yourself as a disabled individual. He opens the door – he is an extension of your legs. She retrieves the phone when it rings – she is an… Read more »
Commitment to Service Dogs
Some of the most committed dog people in the world are service dog owners. These disabled people develop a strong bond with their dog/s. Each is depending upon the other to meet particular needs. This little article deals particularly with those who are considering getting a service dog. Do you like dogs? If not, better… Read more »
