Although anyone can be injured by an exuberant dog who causes a fall, when the person has a health problem, the risks of a serious injury may be higher. A person with conditions that impact balance, …
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Three Foundation Skills for Service Dog Tasks
When working with a young service dog in training, trainers focus on setting the groundwork for future public access. Service dogs in training need ongoing appropriate socialization in a variety of …
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Accommodation Strategies for Clients with Limited Hand Use
Clicking, delivering treats, holding a leash, fastening a collar — all of these skills require hand strength and coordination. Many different disabilities can impact a person’s ability to use their …
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4 Ways to Troubleshoot Give
When training a service dog to retrieve, the last component of the behavior is the give: having the dog deliver the item to the handler’s hand. This component often goes smoothly in a training …
Accommodating for Fatigue
Fatigue is a common challenge for people with different kinds of disabilities. Conditions like multiple sclerosis, heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis, traumatic brain injuries and depression can all …
4 Tools That Make Service Dog Tasks Easier
Service dogs often need to work with items of unusual shapes and materials to perform their tasks. They need to retrieve cell phones and remote controls, and pick up small items like medication …
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