What “Under Control” Means for Service Dogs

Clear guidance on what “under control” legally requires for service dog teams: observable behaviors, leash and positioning tips, problem fixes, and travel prep.

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What “Under Control” Means for Service Dogs

Clarify what “under control” legally means for service dogs: behavior standards, common confusions, and practical tips to stay calm and compliant in public settings.

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When a Dog Doesn’t Qualify as a Service Dog

Why a dog may not qualify as a service dog under the ADA: trained tasks, public-behavior standards, common disqualifiers, and clear steps to improve readiness.

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Assistance Dogs: Roles, Tasks & Real Use

Practical primer on assistance dogs — guide, mobility, medical alert, and psychiatric roles; how tasks are chosen, training expectations, travel tips, and public-access advice.

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Train Your Own Service Dog: ADA Rules

Is owner-training a service dog legal? Learn what staff can ask, public-behavior standards, travel rules, and practical steps to build a reliable team.

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Common Service Dog Tasks and Examples

Explore common service dog tasks — from retrieval and mobility support to medical alerts, guidance, and psychiatric assistance, plus training and public-access tips.

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Living with a Service Dog: Real-Life Tips

Handler-tested tips on daily routines, task work, training refreshers, public access, travel planning, and caring for a service dog for safety and independence.

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