KSL News: Dogs, kids and autism - LEHI -- Utah children with autism are talking and learning to interact with adults through dogs. The highly-trained animals are opening a new door for therapy -- allowing adults, often for the first time, to enter their world.
The New York Times: Good Dog, Smart Dog - The increasingly complicated work of service dogs suggests there's more to their brain than a good nose and an instinct to please.
Emergency and Disaster Relief & Preparedness for People with Disabilities Partnered with Assistance Dogs -
Assistance dogs are helpful for many individuals with disabilities, in addition to those who are blind or visually impaired. What happens when disaster strikes and someone who uses a service dog needs emergency shelter? Find out what is required of shelters in accommodating a service dog.
Visit the International Association of Assistance Dog Partners website.
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