A Glendale Heights police dog is getting a piece of gear to help keep her safe on the job. Officials introduced Ivy last year as the department’s first bloodhound. Shes’ trained to find missing ...

There’s so much good Nina and KC brought to those around them, which is always welcome in a world where hope can feel sparse ...

Olasin is healing from some of the scars that come with military service — with a new best friend. When Olasin clips the service animal vest on, it means Ruby is ready to work.

Annie Peters, president and CEO of Pet Partners talks about working at Special Olympics International before founding Pet ...

In the military, dogs are not just pets but essential partners in the field, standing by our service members both during ...

Service animals do not have to wear a vest or other identification, nor do their handlers have to disclose their disability. Inquiries about a person’s use of a service animal are limited to the ...

Do not even ask, and keep your kids from approaching any animal with a service dog vest. Respecting the work the animal is doing, while teaching kids boundaries is very important.

The ADA does not require service animals to wear a vest, ID tag, or specific harness, but they are subject to local dog licensing and registration requirements.

They wear vests instead of capes, but service dogs are real-life superheroes for many. But not every dog wearing a vest is the real deal, causing serious issues.

3. Service dogs are not pets Service dogs are working dogs, not pets. They look adorable in their vests and harnesses, but people shouldn't pet them.

How do airlines know whether these pets are true service animals and not impostors wearing an official-looking vest bought online for $39.99? The answer is, they don't. Critics say many travelers ...

Advice Miss Manners: I’m upset that my host misused a handicap parking tag and a service vest for her dog Published: Mar. 27, 2025, 8:00 p.m.