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New Fire Dog

September 2, 2020

Black Labrador Thor has become a qualified fire investigation dog after he passed his assessment in Sheffield last week. Thor will now be able to assist the fire service in investigating the causes of fires alongside his partner and fellow fire investigation dog, Reqs. The service said that both Reqs and Thor perform a vital […]

Autism Service Dog

September 2, 2020

A festival this weekend will help raise money to train an autism service dog. The puppy will go to an 8-year-old girl in Elkhart County. It costs about $20,000 to train the dog. Lexi Cheney was born with a myriad of medical issues. Her parents later found out she had autism, ADHD and a mild […]

K-9s For Warriors

September 2, 2020

Army veteran and Lexington resident, Tanesha G. recently returned home with her new service dog, Spoonie. Spoonie is trained to help Tanesha manage symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder that resulted from her military service. On why she applied to K9s For Warriors, Tanesha said, “I saw a graduate and asked about the program. I thought […]

Ozzie’s K-9 Ceremony

September 2, 2020

The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office paid tribute to their late K-9 Osman Steele (“Ozzie”) with a ceremony Monday at the headquarters in Delhi, NY. A plaque was unveiled to remember K-9 Ozzie and all fallen K-9 officers. Ozzie died in April due to a number of health issues. Sheriff Craig DuMond says “the bond between […]

Battle For Little Girl’s Service Dog

September 1, 2020

The federal Department of Justice and the Gates Chili Central School District have settled litigation over a student’s use of a service dog while on campus — a fight that began in 2012 and prompted a federal lawsuit against the school district in 2015. In that lawsuit, federal Department of Justice officials argued that the school district […]

A Service Dog’s Journey

September 1, 2020

When the phrase service dogs comes to mind, many people immediately think of a dog that is serving someone with a visible disability. Most people think of military veterans, individuals who suffer mental disabilities, or individuals who have Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. The fact is, there are many people who have service dogs who do […]

UK’s Police Dogs

September 1, 2020

A national charity to support police dogs has been launched, with retired police dog Finn, a Britain’s Got Talent finalist, named as the official ambassador. Finn, who appeared in the 2019 series of BGT, alongside his handler Dave Wardell, wowed the celebrity judges, including Alesha Dixon and Simon Cowell, with his magic tricks and mind-reading […]

Tips For Your Service Dog

September 1, 2020

It’s crucial that your loyal support dog accompany you wherever you go, but it’s even more important that your animal is safe riding in your accessible van. You can’t simply let the pet hop into the vehicle and sit wherever they want. You need to properly secure your service dog in your vehicle before you […]

Woman Refused With Guide Dog

September 1, 2020

A visually impaired young woman was left horrified and embarrassed last week when two taxi drivers refused to take her guide dog into their cars. Allie Reilly (30) was trying to get a lift home with her guide dog Evie when she approached the taxi rank in Navan, Co. Meath where the two drivers flatly […]

Rodeo Queen And Her Dog

September 1, 2020

Most people have a strong bond with their dog, but Hayven Chase, Bonner County’s reigning rodeo queen, has a unique connection with 6-month-old pup Scentinel. Hayven, of Athol, has Type 1 diabetes. When her blood sugars are low, the service dog lets his young owner know so she can take care of the matter. “I […]

Supporting Our Veterans

September 1, 2020

In honor of National Service Dog Awareness Month, Purina Dog Chow is launching its third annual “Service Dog Salute” campaign. A service dog can be life-changing in helping veterans with PTSD and other post-combat challenges. Unfortunately, due to the cost and time it takes to train a service dog, less than 1% of veterans in […]

Four-Legged Heroes

August 31, 2020

What front-line heroes have four legs and a tail? Gracie the Goat, Porky the Pig and Dopey the Cat are a few. From farm animals to family pets, local organizations like Hospice of Chattanooga, Alleo Health System, McKamey Animal Center and Erlanger Health System work with volunteers to provide pet therapy in our community. These […]

Boy In Need Of Seizure Dog

August 31, 2020

An Old Saybrook woman reached new heights this month, climbing the highest peak in the northeastern United States, Mount Washington. But Paige Marinelli’s path to topping more than 6,200 feet was even more impressive because of whom she climbed for and what she’s been through. “There was a point where I would’ve never been able […]

New Four Legged Recruit

August 31, 2020

The Iowa National Guard has recruited a new member for their team… one with four legs and lots of love to share. His name is Lincoln, and he’s a 13-week-old English Cream Golden Retriever puppy. Lincoln, one small dog, with a big job ahead… providing help, hope, and healing at the 185th Air Refueling Wing. […]

Hero Dog Kuno

August 31, 2020

During a raid, the Belgian Malinois named Kuno tackled a gunman and was hit by bullets in both back legs. After losing one of his paws as a result, he became the first UK military dog to get custom-made prosthetics. The four-year-old will receive the Dickin Medal from vet charity the PDSA. Now retired and […]

Training Guide Dogs

August 31, 2020

The Guide Dogs Association is the first NGO in Turkey that helps the visually impaired by providing them trained dogs, who in turn help them navigate their way. These special pets are free of charge for applicants with more than 90 percent visual loss. Established in 2014, with the leadership of Maggie Moore, the wife […]

Companion Dogs For Veterans

August 31, 2020

FOR THE past 15,000 years, dogs have been considered man’s best friend. Like us humans, dogs are social animals that seek affection and attention. Dogs have long been our companions, co-workers, guards, protectors and helpers. The use of service dogs in our society is not a new concept to us; we are all familiar with […]

Future Service Dogs

August 31, 2020

Yonder, 11 weeks old and 15 pounds, had two choices. In a white-walled room at Duke University, the wiggly Labrador mix faced a neon green squeaky squid toy and an upturned bowl topped with a piece of kibble. “OK!” a researcher said perkily, and the puppy didn’t hesitate — she scurried straight toward the treat. […]

Retired Guide Dogs

August 31, 2020

At the Shanghai Guide Dog School in Pudong New Area, Zhang Wenbo, 30, gently pats Ta Zhang, a 14-year-old guide dog, and takes him for a short walk. After many years of faithful service, two aging guide dogs who have been waiting four years for warm-hearted owners to take care of them in their twilight […]

Autism Companion Dog

August 31, 2020

In May, Good Dog! Autism Companions expanded services to help more children and families – they are now providing programs for autism and other related disabilities – and they are now doing business as Good Dog! Service Canines. In an emotional and unique graduation ceremony, four families with special needs children received service dogs trained […]