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National Service Animal Registration: Does It Actually Exist?
A search for "national service animal registration" will yield many websites that provide you with an identification number, a website profile, and sometimes even a certificate. However, it is important to know what these registrations are as well as what they are not...
Dog Years to Human Years: Why the “Multiply by 7” Rule Is Wrong
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 first...
Louisiana Service Dog Laws: What Handlers Need to Know
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...
Signs Your Dog Is Overheating (And How to Cool Them Down Safely)
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...
Service Animals, Emotional Support Animals, and Therapy Animals: What’s the Real Difference?
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...
Are Dogs Allowed in Lowe’s? What Handlers and Pet Owners Should Know
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...
Colorado Service Dog Laws: What Handlers Need to Know
Service dogs in Colorado enjoy some of the most comprehensive protections in the nation due to a combination of both state-level laws and the federal ADA. This guide will accurately lay out everything that the law requires as far as your rights as a service dog...
Psychiatric Service Dogs: What They Are and How They’re Different From an ESA
While the phrase "psychiatric service dog" is widely bandied about on the Internet, it is really a very narrow classification of an assistance animal. The PSD is not simply an emotional support animal; it is a service animal whose training allows it to accomplish...
Dog-Friendly Stores: Where You Can (and Can’t) Shop With Your Dog
Having your dog come along while you run errands seems like it would be easy enough, but not all stores have clear policies on the matter. Some stores are happy to have your furry friend join you, others that will allow it only if it's okay with the manager of the...