Invisible injuries like PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), and Military Sexual Trauma (MST) can have a devastating impact on a vet’s family relationships, work, sleep, mental state, and ability to function.
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Is It A Service Dog?
Is it a service dog? Service Dogs are Highly Trained Working Dogs Performing an Important Service for a disability. Not All Disabilities Are Visible.
Understanding PTSD
The thing about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is it’s invisibility. Its effects torment the veteran, as well as the family and friends closest to them.
My Whole Heart’s Desire was to Help Veterans
Those are the words of Mary Peter, Certified Master Dog Trainer. A woman on a mission to end veteran suicide with the help of rescue dogs.
Toxic Algae Blooms Can Cause Death in Dogs
Toxic Algae Blooms – What Are They? Although it is well documented that pets can die from drinking toxic algae blooms, it is not well known by most pet owners.
National PTSD Awareness Month Recognizing Resources
National PTSD Awareness Month is observed annually in June. The month is dedicated to raising awareness about the condition and how to access treatment.
Hot Dog Warm Weather Tips
Hot Dog Warm Weather Tips can help your dog avoid heatstroke. Be prepared, and be safe while enjoying outdoor activities with your pup during the hot summer months.
Recognizing Resources During National PTSD Awareness Month
June is National PTSD Awareness Month, which aims to highlight the treatment options veterans can pursue to improve their quality of life.
Volunteers are the Lifeblood of the K9P4P Organization
Volunteers are the lifeblood of K9 Partners for Patriots. Meet Cindy Dietrich, K9P4P Volunteer Coordinator (volunteer), and Rhonda Hicks, Program Support / K9P4P Board Member.
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Do Hotels Have to Accommodate Service Dogs?
A hotel guest with a disability who uses a service animal must be provided the same opportunity to reserve any available room at the hotel as other guests without disabilities.
Advocates Fight Against Service Dog Fraud
Misrepresentation of Service Dogs harms the disabled, confuses the public, and affects the reputation of legitimate service dog users. Fake service animals pose a danger to the public and genuine service dogs.
5 Things All Businesses Should Know About Service Dogs
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, U.S. businesses that serve the public are required to let service dogs go anywhere on the premises that customers are typically allowed, with few exceptions.