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fromFast Company
4 days ago

This clever button lets service dogs turn on appliances by themselves

For decades, people with disabilities have relied on service dogs to help them perform daily tasks like opening doors, turning on lights, or alerting caregivers to emergencies. By some estimates, there are 500,000 service dogs in the U.S., but little attention has been paid to the fact that these dogs have been trained to interact with interfaces that are made for humans.
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fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 week ago

The Wire: Cal professor to carry Olympic torch with his service dog

A UC Berkeley professor and his service dog will carry the Olympic torch in the Dolomites, highlighting recovery and community milestones.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Disney thanks veteran Joe Worley with a surprise trip to Walt Disney World

"The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular,"
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fromTravel + Leisure
6 months ago

Selma Blair On Traveling With a Service Dog, Accessibility, and Why 'Travel Symbolized Hope' for Her

Travel can be a source of healing and joy, especially in coping with challenges like illness.
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fromThe Atlantic
6 months ago

A Dog, a Spymaster, and Trump's Thirst for 'Deep State' Revenge

A yellow Lab named Susan graduated from CIA training for detection K9s, named by former DNI James Clapper after his late wife.
fromwww.amny.com
8 months ago

New Mets VetDog Buddy training to become a service dog | amNewYork

He has a calm demeanor, even amidst the chaos of batting practice, proving that he can thrive in challenging environments and focus on his training.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
9 months ago

How 17-year-old Logan Hall contributed his graphic design skills to new ABC News Studios documentary 'Unleashing Hope'

Service dogs significantly impact the lives of those with autism, as demonstrated in the documentary 'Unleashing Hope.'
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