There are also hearing dogs that alert people to the sources of sounds. And service dogs perform a number of functions related to alert and response to help people with medical conditions such as ...

In short order, Teddy -- a bright-eyed and bushy-tailed 3-year-old yellow Lab -- punched a wall button with his nose, yanked a rope to open a kitchen cabinet door and tugged a walker across the floor.

Guide dogs for low vision and blindness can be beneficial. This may include moving around, avoiding obstacles, and mental health. Share on Pinterest German Adrasti/Getty Images Service dogs for people ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What can you tell me about service dogs for seniors with disabilities? My 67-year-old father has chronic arthritis and Parkinson’s disease, and I’m wondering if an assistance dog ...

Saturday marks 35 years since the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The ADA paved the way for service dogs to help people. Canine Companions service dogs help people live a more ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Hundreds of thousands of U.S. veterans need service dogs, particularly to manage PTSD. Even so, less than one percent of veterans who need a dog actually get one. One local ...

A video of the moment newly graduated service dogs were reunited with the people who helped raise them has melted hearts online. On May 9, 2025, Canine Companions, the nation's largest service dog ...

In short order, Teddy—a bright-eyed and bushy-tailed 3-year-old yellow Lab—punched a wall button with his nose, yanked a rope to open a kitchen cabinet door and tugged a walker across the floor. After ...