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The best farm dogs do more than watch sheep. Pastoral dogs excel at herding, guarding, ratting, as well as providing companionship.
- March 5, 2020
The best farm dogs do more than watch sheep. Pastoral dogs excel at herding, guarding, ratting, as well as providing companionship.
The list of types of service dogs is constantly growing — as is the diversity of service dog breeds that help people.
- November 19, 2019
The list of types of service dogs is constantly growing — as is the diversity of service dog breeds that help people.
Turns out that the presidents’ dogs have had some pretty cool names (Checkers and Sweet Lips, anyone?). Let’s look at some in honor of Presidents’ Day.
- February 15, 2019
Turns out that the presidents’ dogs have had some pretty cool names (Checkers and Sweet Lips, anyone?). Let’s look at some in honor of Presidents’ Day.
Let’s talk about who a service dog is and what it takes to make the grade.
- August 29, 2018
Let’s talk about who a service dog is and what it takes to make the grade.
Don’t know the difference between the different types of working dogs? Here’s a primer.
- August 7, 2017
Don’t know the difference between the different types of working dogs? Here’s a primer.
The Parson Russell Terrier and Jack Russell Terrier may be taller, but this breed excels at Earthdog trials.
- June 6, 2016
The Parson Russell Terrier and Jack Russell Terrier may be taller, but this breed excels at Earthdog trials.
The Gordon Setter is one of the largest and rarest setters; he got his name in the 1700s by being the favored setter at Gordon Castle.
- May 23, 2016
The Gordon Setter is one of the largest and rarest setters; he got his name in the 1700s by being the favored setter at Gordon Castle.
The Boxer, who was nearly euthanized for being deaf, is a natural at comforting kids during depositions and trials.
- May 19, 2016
The Boxer, who was nearly euthanized for being deaf, is a natural at comforting kids during depositions and trials.
An Adventist Medical Center employee who is paid enough to know better violated the ADA in a spectacular fashion, according to a lawsuit.
- May 12, 2016
An Adventist Medical Center employee who is paid enough to know better violated the ADA in a spectacular fashion, according to a lawsuit.
During a USO stop in Iraq, I ran into a vet school classmate who introduced me to the brave soldiers and dogs who would inspire my “Tucker Wayne” series of novels.
- May 5, 2016
During a USO stop in Iraq, I ran into a vet school classmate who introduced me to the brave soldiers and dogs who would inspire my “Tucker Wayne” series of novels.
The rescue dog lives with the band and helps with publicity via Facebook and Instagram.
- April 27, 2016
The rescue dog lives with the band and helps with publicity via Facebook and Instagram.
We chat with founder Lori Stevens about how service dogs can help disabled vets get their independence back.
- April 26, 2016
We chat with founder Lori Stevens about how service dogs can help disabled vets get their independence back.
David Bond’s dream was to see his Lab become a therapy dog. He got his wish in a way that will break your heart.
- April 13, 2016
David Bond’s dream was to see his Lab become a therapy dog. He got his wish in a way that will break your heart.
The Golden Retriever and the Siberian Husky go by the motto “The adventure is out there.”
- March 29, 2016
The Golden Retriever and the Siberian Husky go by the motto “The adventure is out there.”
Policeman Marcus “Monty” Montgomery hugged a puppy, and the pair became Internet famous. Now he and Kylo use their celebrity to raise money and awareness.
- March 28, 2016
Policeman Marcus “Monty” Montgomery hugged a puppy, and the pair became Internet famous. Now he and Kylo use their celebrity to raise money and awareness.
After police arrived, the Hana Steakhouse manager did something equally stupid: He offered to seat them in a separate room.
- March 25, 2016
After police arrived, the Hana Steakhouse manager did something equally stupid: He offered to seat them in a separate room.
Aiden Doane and Jesse Emilo created Rex Specs when their dogs developed eye problems from outdoor activity — now, their goggles are catching on.
- March 4, 2016
Aiden Doane and Jesse Emilo created Rex Specs when their dogs developed eye problems from outdoor activity — now, their goggles are catching on.
The schools have halted this important dual training, leaving Jae Spalding and others like them without guides.
- February 4, 2016
The schools have halted this important dual training, leaving Jae Spalding and others like them without guides.
Armed with an ancient computer, Frank gives life advice to other dogs — and it often involves farting.
- January 29, 2016
Armed with an ancient computer, Frank gives life advice to other dogs — and it often involves farting.
Mary Steiner is physically disabled, but her dogs — her kids — bring her life happiness, meaning, and security.
- January 28, 2016
Mary Steiner is physically disabled, but her dogs — her kids — bring her life happiness, meaning, and security.
Kayla the Boxer visits nursing homes, hospitals, libraries, and schools, bringing smiles to all who see her.
- December 23, 2015
Kayla the Boxer visits nursing homes, hospitals, libraries, and schools, bringing smiles to all who see her.
Learn more about this brave K9 veteran and his partner, Navy SEAL Trevor Maroshek, in “Seal Dog” on the Smithsonian Channel.
- November 11, 2015
Learn more about this brave K9 veteran and his partner, Navy SEAL Trevor Maroshek, in “Seal Dog” on the Smithsonian Channel.
According to a new report, up to 17,000 dogs are killed every year in the Australian dog-racing industry, but let’s not forget that the cruel sport is still legal in the U.S.
- October 2, 2015
According to a new report, up to 17,000 dogs are killed every year in the Australian dog-racing industry, but let’s not forget that the cruel sport is still legal in the U.S.
Since 2011, the Arizona nonprofit has placed more than 90 service and therapy dogs with veterans living with post-traumatic stress disorder and/or traumatic brain injury.
- September 30, 2015
Since 2011, the Arizona nonprofit has placed more than 90 service and therapy dogs with veterans living with post-traumatic stress disorder and/or traumatic brain injury.
The anti-bullying advocate who teaches kids to be kind is now spreading the word in the film “Marshall’s Miracle.”
- September 28, 2015
The anti-bullying advocate who teaches kids to be kind is now spreading the word in the film “Marshall’s Miracle.”
Major Diggs Brown: “I said it’s my service dog, and she said, ‘I don’t care, you need to leave, we don’t have dogs in the restaurant.'”
- September 17, 2015
Major Diggs Brown: “I said it’s my service dog, and she said, ‘I don’t care, you need to leave, we don’t have dogs in the restaurant.'”
I should call my business Wendy & Son Dog Sitting, because Riggins takes care of our pups as much as I do.
- September 3, 2015
I should call my business Wendy & Son Dog Sitting, because Riggins takes care of our pups as much as I do.
Among the dogs honored are Max, a parachuting trooper, and Knobby, the official mascot of an 83-foot rescue cutter.
- August 13, 2015
Among the dogs honored are Max, a parachuting trooper, and Knobby, the official mascot of an 83-foot rescue cutter.
This New Jersey police dog holds the K-9 record for most apprehensions: 67. He also builds trust within the community.
- August 11, 2015
This New Jersey police dog holds the K-9 record for most apprehensions: 67. He also builds trust within the community.
The Goldendoodle serves as the “comfort companion” for Ballard-Durand Funeral & Cremation Services, providing those who have lost loved ones with canine grief therapy.
- July 16, 2015
The Goldendoodle serves as the “comfort companion” for Ballard-Durand Funeral & Cremation Services, providing those who have lost loved ones with canine grief therapy.
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Leading Guide Dog Schools Deny Training for Blind Wheelchair Users