Seven dogs received honours as finalists for the prestigious award and now America can cast votes for the canine most deserving of the award. After 360 nominees and 900,000 votes, seven astounding dogs were chosen: Outstanding K9 “Dax” from Libertyville, IL, guide dog “Leader Dog Lady” from Hamilton, MI, and the three-legged hero therapy dog “Jeanie” from Lake Charles, LA.

Ray of hope “Gus” from Houston, TX also won an award along with “Sgt. Yeager” from Cary, NC who combat terrorism, veteran search and rescue hero “Piglet” from Lancaster, CA, and family guardian “Alice” from Nicholasville, KY.

The dog finalists are travelling to Los Angeles for the Hero Dog Awards gala to be held on October 5 at The Beverly Hilton and broadcasted on Hallmark Channel on October 23, 8 pm ET/7pm CT. America’s voters have until September 9, 12 pm Pacific Time to cast their votes at http://www.herodogawards.org.

Article source: livetradingnews.com

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The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

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Did you take your dog to work on 21st June? The benefits of taking pets to work are plenty—from lesser absenteeism to lowered blood pressure. If your business is anywhere in Berkeley, Oakland, or Emeryville, you can invite feline and canine friends to work, courtesy of PALS.

People, Animals, Love and Support (PALS) recently launched the Paws at Work program to help spread the word about kittens and pups up for adoption. The program is on a first-come, first-served basis and ends on October 1.

Feel free to share about your employees’ experience with pet therapy through the program and don’t forget to give donations to the cause. To learn more about the program and schedule a visit from PALS’ furry friends, email palseastbay@gmail.com.

Article source: dailyrepublic.com

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

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Various studies have suggested that pets are good for our health. They reduce our stress, lower our blood pressure, and offer unconditional love. And it’s no secret that more and more pets are being introduced to assisted living communities like Florence Place.

Located in Florence, South Carolina, Florence Place offers memory care lane services to residents who have dementia. One of the activities residents participate in is “life stories,” where they talk about their past memories and things that may trigger them.

Once a month, Florence Place also enjoys pet therapy. Various animals interact with the residents. These animals include chickens, pigs, puppies, and horses.

Article source: scnow.com

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

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Chelsea Mayberry has autism, anxiety, and depression. For the past 3 years, she has visited Central Dakota Humane Society, a no-kill shelter, to cuddle and greet dozens of cats for adoption. Her socializing with the felines has a calming effect on her. According to Chelsea’s mom, she struggles relating to people. However, when she goes to the shelter, she meets those who’ll adopt the kittens. That’s when she gets to socialize.

“Kitty therapy” has not only helped with Chelsea’s socialization, but it has also helped her academically. As a volunteer at the shelter, she researches about the medical conditions that some of the kittens have and shares what she has learned to people.

Article source: bismarcktribune.com

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

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In-Stride With Therapeutic Riding Inc. was founded by Dana Flaherty, who is a breast cancer survivor. Dana works full-time as a teacher and is responsible for coordinating the programs at In-Stride. In case you didn’t know, In-Stride With Therapeutic Riding Inc. helps kids with all types of disabilities. Some kids who come to In-Stride to spend time with the horses struggle with autism, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.

Dana says, “This is really good with kids with autism. Having a job with the horses brings out the best in people. I’ve seen so many kids branch out just after one summer of lessons.” Veterans can also come and ride the horses on Thursdays.

In-Stride has been struggling with funds that would help participants with their lessons, pay the rent, and keep all the animals fed. Dana also hopes to expand their program to therapeutic gardening and help cancer survivors like herself. In-Stride looks forward to raising $260,000. If you want to learn more or donate, you can email instride@hotmail.com.

Article source: observer-reporter.com

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

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Pet Memorial Parks at Bideawee on Long Island has been a resting place for over 65,000 animals since 1916. They offer a wide variety of memorial services, from burial/cremation to transportation. In fact, some notable figures have buried their pets in Pet Memorial Parks – for example, Richard Nixon, who buried his pet dog Checkers while he was still practicing law.

According to Maureen Fergus, Bideawee’s Special Projects Manager, around 450 cremations and 400 burials are performed each year. While cats and dogs are mostly brought into the park, there are also other unique animals such as a pet skunk, an alligator, and a giant tortoise.

In September, they will be celebrating Pet Memorial Day at the Wantagh location. This celebration is open to the public and there will be various activities such as candle lighting, tree seedling distribution, and more.

Article and photo source: levittown-tribune.com

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

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Olrig Church in Castletown and Canisbay Church recently held services to thank God for pets and animals, and all that they do for us. These included guide dogs, therapy dogs, and sniffer dogs. 007 superfan Rev Lyall Rennie conducted the services on July 14. The first service was at 10:00 AM at Olrig Church in Castletown, and the second one was at noon at Canisbay Church.

Article source: johnogroat-journal.co.uk

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

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