Imagine a loyal partner by your side, ready to open doors, pick up dropped keys, or even alert you to a hidden medical danger. For many people, this is their daily reality, thanks to an assistance dog ...

WASHINGTON — Army veteran Bob Ouellette and Cooper, a 9-year-old golden retriever, were outside the Capitol on Wednesday to support a bill that would fund $10 million annually for grants to provide ...

“Dog is man’s best friend” is not an expression that is unfamiliar to us. Very often that quote bears witness to the diligent work and acts of heroism performed by dogs, both here and abroad. At the ...

A training facility in the Pungo area of Virginia Beach is producing some highly skilled service dogs and giving them to veterans, law enforcement and first responders across the country for free.

Obtaining a medical service or an alert dog can be expensive and challenging. They may be beneficial for many health conditions, but training is a crucial factor that can impact the animal’s ...

Service animals are amazing, right? They’re MVPs that they help people with disabilities live life with confidence and independence. We’re not talking about a handful of dogs, either. It’s estimated ...

Some dogs are more than man's best friend. Service dogs perform critical functions to keep their owners safe, healthy, and independent. Also called "assistance dogs," these specially trained animals ...