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Pros and Cons of Having an Autism Dog for a Child or Teen
Many parents struggle whether to get dog for their child who is on the autism spectrum. Should that dog...
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A Hand-Delivered Retrieve
Here's how to keep yourself from "Lumping" or asking too much of your dog while training delivery to...
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What is involved in Self-Training a Service Dog?
Here are 4 videos that give an overview of the realities and needs of self-training your own service...
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Finding a Quality Breeder
for Your Next Service Dog
(Part 1)
When looking for a healthy puppy (or dog) with a good temperament, there are some qualities you can use...
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Golden retriever mother feeding her puppies that will be service dog candidates
Finding a Quality Breeder
(Part 2)
Go back to PART 1 For each breeder you contact, keep track of the answers to each question. Use the...
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Golden retriever mother feeding her puppies that will be service dog candidates
Finding a Quality Breeder
(Part 3)
Go back to PART 2 Questions for Later Conversations with Reputable Breeder 1). Is breeder is aware of...
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Golden retriever mother feeding her puppies that will be service dog candidates
Finding a Quality Breeder
(Part 4)
Go back to PART 3 Questions About the Breeder 1). Do they regularly post photos of the litter on their...
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Golden retriever mother feeding her puppies that will be service dog candidates
Finding a Quality Breeder
(Part 5)
Go back to PART 4 A Fabulous Breeder will also:   1). Do the Early Neurological Stimulation Program...
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Golden retriever mother feeding her puppies that will be service dog candidates
Finding a Quality Breeder
(Part 6)
Go back to PART 5 Puppy Buyer Etiquette Finding a Quality Puppy has two sides to the coin. Just as...
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