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****I HAVE NO MEDICAL TRAINING AND CANNOT ANSWER MEDICAL QUESTIONS****** I can answer most questions regarding service/assistance dogs. In this case, the definition of a service/assistance dog is a dog that has been specifically trained to mitigate a disability. I am well versed in the laws that govern them (ADA, ACAA, FHA and the Rehab Act). I have very little knowledge of "service dogs" trained for search and rescue or military/police dogs. NO MEDICAL QUESTIONS PLEASE, I HAVE NO VET/MEDICAL TRAINING.
Experience in the area
I have had a service dog since 1988. I do numerous presentations a year to schools, businesses, local clubs and other organizations regarding regarding SDs and through a small non profit I own, provide information and referral.
Education/Credentials
There is no formal training for service dog education. I have 20 yrs of hands on experience and a necessity to learn the laws that apply to myself and my service dog.
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Recent Answers from Lynn Houston
2011-03-26 Service Dog:
Pit Bulls can be service dogs, but why would you want one (unless you want everyone to stay away from you). You're also setting yourself up for more confrontations since it's not a a common service dog
2011-01-06 Service Dog:
Yes, the ADA and most likely Kansas state law (the sight is down so I can't look at the actual law) covers mental disabilities. The criteria is again, a condition that severely impacts a major life function
2011-01-05 Service Dog:
In order for the dog your daughter has to be called a service dog, two conditions must be met. One, your daughter's condition must meet ADA standards - a disability that limits a major life (i.e. walking
2010-06-30 New Dog & my Cats:
If you want to do this right, the cats are going to be locked up for a while. The best way is to start and move very slowly and you'll need 2 ppl. You'll need to start at a distance where the dog doesn't
2010-06-06 Caucasian sheperd dog:
He's probably done growing, but could continue for another 2 months or so. He should definitely be done by 18 months. As far as feeding, that's up to you. If your dog doesn't gulp his food, then once
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