Missing Service Dog Reunited With Blind Owner
APACHE JUNCTION, Ariz. – Michael Birenbaum depends on his German shepherd, Levi, to be his eyes in the world. Levi is not only Michael’s Guide Dog; he’s also his Service Dog, helping him live a safe and independent life as a Massage Therapist. Levi helps Birenbaum travel, avoid danger, and stay safe if cars don’t see […]
Military Husband Reunites With Wife At Parade
This year’s float “Canines with Courage” did not only honor military working dogs but also reunited Army Sergeant First Class Eric Pazz with his wife Miriam Pazz and Eric Pazz II. The surprising, emotional event took place in Pasadena, Calif, during the 2013 Tournament of Roses Parade. Natural Balance Pet Foods and US Military brought […]
Autism Assistance Dog Changes Utah Boy’s Life
Sawyer Hamilton was different than other toddlers, according to his mother Kandace. Amongst other things, he didn’t seem to understand normal, inherent dangers. He would climb through screened windows and run away. He once dangled from his mother’s grasp on the back of his jacket when he almost ran straight off the edge of Bryce […]
‘Dog Bless USA’ Facebook Campaign Helps Veterans Obtain A Service Dog
For veterans struggling to overcome post-traumatic stress disorder, trained canine companions can help them better manage stress and better adjust to civilian life. Now, there’s an easy way for supporters to help veterans get service dogs. The “Dog Bless USA” campaign is rallying Americans to help provide much-needed service dogs — all by just clicking […]
Aurora, Colorado Allows Pit Bull Service Dogs Back Into City
It’s a big triumph for a very misunderstood breed. The Aurora, Colorado City Council voted Monday to allow Pit Bulls back into the city on a very limited basis. The Council voted 6-3 to allow disabled residents to use the dogs as service animals. The Council also reduced the number of banned dog breeds from […]
Pet Owners Who Skirt Rules With Fake Service Dogs Are Committing Fraud
They’re the ire of legitimate service dog owners and they’re also guilty of fraud. They’re pet owners who pass their animals off as service dogs by using phony credentials which in turn allows their pets to live in restricted housing, accompany them inside restaurants and hotels or fly for free in airplane cabins rather than […]
Service Dogs-In-Training Take Field Trip To Science Center In New Jersey
On any typical day at the Liberty Science Center in Jersey City, New Jersey there’s so much to see and do. But on Saturday afternoon, things became even more exiting there when visitors were caught off guard by about a dozen puppies joining them in line for the Touch Tunnel. Yet these were no typical […]
What Happens When A Seeing Eye Dog Goes Blind?
It’s something that any dog owner dreads–the vision loss of their beloved pet. But for Graham Waspe of Stowmarket, England, his dog Edward’s vision loss was especially traumatic. You see, Edward is Waspe’s seeing eye dog. After six years of loyal service, Edward, an 8-year old Yellow Labrador, was diagnosed with inoperable cataracts and had […]
Aurora, Colorado Considers Relaxing Pit Bull Ban
It’s time for these towns across America that ban Pit Bulls to stop these ridiculous laws and join us in the 21st century. What do you think? — Kenn Her name is Precious and she is disabled combat Marine Allen Grider’s therapy pet who helps him cope with his post-traumatic stress disorder. But in November […]