The German Shepherd Dog is energetic, lively, courageous, and intelligent. They train easily and routinely work as police and military dogs.
Working dogs
What you should know about animal-assisted therapy
Animal-assisted therapy involves a therapist overseeing interaction between a patient and a trained animal to treat health conditions.
Is a Belgian Malinois the right dog for you?
A Belgian Malinois is a loyal, loving companion who needs training, and every opportunity to stay physically active and intellectually engaged.
Nose work for dogs: 5 unique jobs only a canine can do
Nose work for dogs uses canines powerful scent receptors to fight crime, track poachers, save avalanche victims, and find truffles.
Do you need to register your dog as a service dog?
While you don’t legally need to certify your dog, it’s easier to show documentation rather than get into a legal argument about service dogs.
How accurate are cancer-sniffing dogs?
Properly trained cancer-sniffing dogs can accurately distinguish a cancer sample from a noncancerous sample.
Service Animals in the Workplace
The ADA requires businesses to accommodate service animals in the workplace. Service dogs help people with a variety of disabilities daily.
Can traumatized dogs work as therapy dogs?
Despite their pasts, traumatized dogs can become therapy dogs and provide therapeutic benefits to the people around them.
4 tips for bringing your dog to work
If you take your dog to work, you can create a more enjoyable work environment, and your dog will benefit from being able to spend more time with you.
What laws regulate emotional support animals?
If you have an ESA, know that there are emotional support animal regulations to protect your need for your pet, if you follow the rules.