Teddy, a three-year-old Labrador, drags a laundry basket as part of his training as a mobility service dog Tuesday at Can Do Canines in New Hope. Some service dogs are trained to do laundry for their ...

The bond between handlers and service dogs is a powerful connection that is difficult to describe in words. Service dogs are highly trained animals that assist people with disabilities in carrying out ...

Have you ever been in a restaurant or on an airplane, seen a dog, and wondered, “Is that dog allowed in here?” Well, if the dog in question is a guide dog or service dog, the answer is yes. Working ...

There’s research suggesting that these four-legged “battle buddies” can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. But shortages and long wait times pose barriers. There’s research suggesting that ...

Experts share what assistance dogs do, the types of disabilities they support, and the role of reputable organizations in finding the right animal.

It didn't take long for Labrador service dog Betty White to build a rapport with Army veteran Armando Alonzo after the two were paired during a graduation ceremony. Patriot Paws held their graduation ...

A new, local dog academy is looking for “puppy raisers” — volunteers to help shape the next generation of service and therapy ...

CLEVELAND — A young Cleveland man has managed to proudly persevere through life despite some significant challenges, but is reaching out to the community through an innovative fundraising effort to ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — International Assistance Dog Week is celebrated annually from Aug. 3 to Aug. 7, and one Indiana-based service dog program hopes to highlight the transformative impact of service ...

In short order, Teddy—a bright-eyed and bushy-tailed 3-year-old yellow Lab—punched a wall button with his nose, yanked a rope to open a kitchen cabinet door and tugged a walker across the floor. After ...