September is National Service Dog Month! In 2008, inspired by the guide dogs he had seen in his travels, Dick Van Patten championed legislation to make September National Guide Dog Month. As the celebration expanded to include all service dogs, Read more…
If you are looking to add a service dog to your family, your first step is to fully understand the requirements for the dog. This knowledge can help guide your decisions as you find the right trainer, breed, and tasks Read more…
It’s International Assistance Dog Week, a time for the celebration of service dogs and the education of the important work they do. Some of the service dogs from Highland Canine’s training program would like to take this opportunity to introduce Read more…
Autism is a disability with symptoms that can vary from one individual to another. Autism service dogs often serve as a vital key to developmental success and psychological development in those living with autism. They also serve as a strong Read more…
The world of service dogs is growing rapidly with dogs who are now trained to work beside their owners with wide varieties of disabilities. But how do you know if you qualify? With so much information out there, even false Read more…
In today’s world, it would be hard to say that you’ve never seen a service dog while out running errands. This functional option is becoming increasingly popular as a tool to help mitigate disabilities. Years ago, it would have been Read more…
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