by Debbie Shepard - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Jul 25, 2026 | Emotional Support Animal Letter
Everyone has definitely heard of the one dog year to seven human year saying. It’s an interesting way to think about the relationship between dogs and humans, but it has been disproved completely by now. As stated by the American Animal Hospital Association, the...
by Debbie Shepard - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Jul 25, 2026 | Emotional Support Animal Letter
The state of Louisiana complements the existing provisions of the federal ADA by enacting state laws that offer some of the most elaborate protection laws for service dog handlers in the country. Below is a breakdown of the exact provisions of the legislation. By...
by Debbie Shepard - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Jul 24, 2026 | Emotional Support Animal Letter
Heat in the summertime is not just an unpleasant experience for dogs; it is also dangerous for them. Being unable to lower their body temperature with the help of sweating like humans do, dogs run the risk of developing heatstroke in case of prolonged overheating much...
by Debbie Shepard - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Jul 24, 2026 | Emotional Support Animal Letter
These terms are often used interchangeably, but they represent quite dissimilar positions that have very different levels of protection under the law. Recognizing their differences will clear up any confusion you might be experiencing, particularly when trying to...
by Debbie Shepard - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Jul 23, 2026 | Emotional Support Animal Letter
When you see people walking their dogs down the aisles at Lowe’s stores, you may be tempted to think that it’s part of their overall policy. However, things aren’t so black and white, and knowing the difference between that which is required by law and that which is...
