Dana Lawson says Franz, a Canine Companions graduate, is so impactful to herself and the women who raised him that she calls it “The Franz Effect.” ...

Seventeen fully trained service dogs offered researchers an unusually controlled comparison: 11 dogs from the same breeding ...

For many military veterans, a service dog can mean the difference between isolation and independence. Far more than a companion, a service dog can restore confidence and help veterans navigate ...

Dog Chow has launched their 3rd annual Service Dog Salute campaign, which donates to organizations dedicated to providing trained service dogs to veterans free of charge. Kelli Bender is the Pets ...

MetLife Pet Insurance today announced a partnership with America's VetDogs, a national nonprofit that provides service dogs ...

Many disabled people say that life without their service animals is unthinkable. And while public institutions are required to admit service animals without question, some public schools claim they ...

Yes, there are medical service dogs specifically trained to help those with hearing loss. These hearing dogs are trained to “alert and lead,” helping to hear sounds and notify their person when ...

The new initiative will connect people seeking a service dog with vetted, high-quality local trainers.Dallas, TX , July 28, 2026 -- Service ...

Millie, a golden retriever service dog who assisted pediatric patients at Peyton Manning Children's Hospital for nearly a ...

Low self-confidence. Social isolation. Longing for independence. Service dogs have been long thought to help individuals with physical disabilities find some relief from these feelings. The waiting ...

Chronic conditions and disabilities can be challenging. People who have a mental or physical disability or a chronic condition that results in functional impairment, or limitations to their daily ...