by Debbie Shepard - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Aug 4, 2026 | Emotional Support Animal Letter
If you’re a resident of Texas seeking to obtain an emotional support animal or psychiatric service dog, then understanding the legal procedure, along with the true distinction between the two, is very important. This will safeguard your right to housing, keep you away...
by Debbie Shepard - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Aug 3, 2026 | Emotional Support Animal Letter
Being alone is more than just a fleeting emotion; to some individuals, being alone has turned into a constant daily experience that has been subtly degrading their psychological and emotional well-being, and even sometimes, their physical well-being. Social isolation,...
by Debbie Shepard - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Aug 3, 2026 | Emotional Support Animal Letter
Individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder face life on a rollercoaster ride of emotion, where everything is fine one minute and then suddenly something inside kicks into gear and fear, anger, or sadness takes hold of the individual in ways that are hard to...
by Debbie Shepard - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Aug 2, 2026 | Emotional Support Animal Letter
Allegiant classifies its passengers traveling with their animals as either one of two very distinct groups, and determining which one you fall under before booking your flight will keep you from having an unnecessarily confusing discussion once you reach the boarding...
by Debbie Shepard - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Aug 2, 2026 | Emotional Support Animal Letter
Blocking an assistance dog from entering a business, place of employment, or public facility is not merely poor customer service; it is a violation of civil rights legislation with significant fines involved. If you’re a business owner trying to figure out your...
by Debbie Shepard - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Aug 1, 2026 | Emotional Support Animal Letter
The image of a service dog typically does not include the Rottweiler; instead, Labrador Retrievers and Golden Retrievers usually come to mind. However, Rottweilers possess qualities that actually make them well-suited to perform in the role of a service dog....
