Yes, there are medical service dogs specifically trained to help those with hearing loss. These hearing dogs are trained to “alert and lead,” helping to hear sounds and notify their person when ...

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 ...

Dana Lawson says Franz, a Canine Companions graduate, is so impactful to herself and the women who raised him that she calls it “The Franz Effect.” ...

From puppy raisers to service companions, these dogs are changing lives.

Alexandre De Gunzburg, who counts on a 2-year-old Belgian Malinois named “Laze” for help with mobility and medical alerts, said there are many misconceptions about service dogs. De Gunzburg uses his ...

A black Labrador greeted a former trainer with enough force to knock the person down. The exuberant reunion came just before ...

“This is a type of science that has an impact that most people could see in their homes,” said Erin Hecht, a canine researcher at Harvard. “Now there’s just no money.” Lost Science “This is a type of ...

Many people rely on assistance dogs for support, and the well-being of all participants in these interactions is essential and must be given careful attention. To be sure that the dogs' and their ...

A Peachtree City nonprofit that trains service dogs for veterans is getting a $25,000 investment to help continue its mission. Healing 4 Heroes is one of two organizations receiving part of a ...