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General Discussion

RANT HERE Did your pup poo in your shoe? Did you get hassled at a store? Are you fighting for SSDI? Let it all hang out here!	787 Posts 83 Topics	Last post by Shidash in Re: I can't believe I'm ... on June 23, 2009, 08:21:30 PM
Introduce Yourself! Are you new to the forum? Post an introduction here so we can get to know you.	1184 Posts 154 Topics	Last post by hopesclan in Re: Hi everyone, getting... on June 29, 2009, 09:47:04 PM
In the News - Share and discuss news stories related to service dogs and service dog issues. Please post only links when articles are copyrighted. Links to non-news articles should not be posted here. Moderator: Kirsten	3265 Posts 713 Topics	Last post by Roxie in Re: Actual Answers on a ... on Yesterday at 08:27:25 AM
Chit Chat Feel free to talk about anything and everything in this board.	6441 Posts 806 Topics	Last post by Ilghaus in Re: Life really sucks on Today at 03:33:47 PM
Emotional Support Animals - They aren't service dogs, but they are animals who help their disabled partners. Discuss them here.	377 Posts 44 Topics	Last post by kg in Re: multiple ESAs on June 28, 2009, 04:01:35 PM
Testing New to posting? Trying out a new avatar? Use this space for experimentation.	1 Posts 1 Topics	Last post by cowlypso-temp in test... on March 23, 2009, 07:43:45 PM

Service Dog Life

Is a Service Dog for You? - Weigh the costs vs the benefits of partnering with a service dog. Moderator: responsiblek9	353 Posts 34 Topics	Last post by Rovingrebel in Re: The Dog For Me on May 28, 2009, 12:18:32 PM
Service Dog Humor Have a funny to tell about your canine partner or interactions with the public? Share it here. Moderator: responsiblek9	280 Posts 54 Topics	Last post by Rovingrebel in Re: Look out, he's gonna... on June 29, 2009, 11:10:28 AM
The Down Side of Service Dogs - Everything isn't always rosey when you're partnered with a service dog. Discuss the down-side of SD partnership here. Moderator: responsiblek9	450 Posts 40 Topics	Last post by chobbs in Re: Access and other cha... on May 29, 2009, 10:02:25 PM
Working with Trainers and Programs A place to discuss how to find a trainer or program and how to evaluate them to make sure you get what you bargin for	137 Posts 17 Topics	Last post by bj2circeleb in Re: Concerned about prog... on June 17, 2009, 02:55:17 AM
Non-Traditional Service Animals Do you find people treat you differently because your service animal is a non-traditional breed or species or because you have an unusual disability?	263 Posts 13 Topics	Last post by bj2circeleb in Re: Is any breed NOT sui... on June 26, 2009, 11:35:34 PM
SD/SDIT loss, grief and memorials This is a special place to remember partners who have retired or crossed over the rainbow bridge, and SDiTs who weren't able to complete training. Photos are welcome on this board.	116 Posts 27 Topics	Last post by bj2circeleb in Re: my puppy on April 14, 2009, 04:03:49 AM
Child Boards: Rainbow Bridge	116 Posts 27 Topics

Member Blogs!

Kirsten's Blog The trials and tribulations of a knitting dog trainer living with three German Shepherds and two stripey cats.	120 Posts 33 Topics	Last post by Kirsten in Re: Cole's favorite aunt... on March 02, 2009, 12:41:37 AM
Fledchen's Blog	0 Posts 0 Topics
Shidash's Training Journal This is where I keep track of my dog training. I will make an entry every day if I can.	18 Posts 4 Topics	Last post by Shidash in Re: Thanksgiving Proofin... on December 01, 2008, 05:35:32 PM
blkpanther0001's Blog	4 Posts 1 Topics	Last post by blkpanther0001 in Re: test on November 24, 2008, 11:12:23 PM
Spectrum's Blog	161 Posts 33 Topics	Last post by bj2circeleb in Re: Anxiety on Yesterday at 05:50:45 AM

Service Dog Laws

Legislation Discuss laws under consideration by various governments Moderator: Kirsten	130 Posts 16 Topics	Last post by MonSqueek in Re: Queensland (Aust) st... on March 13, 2009, 02:28:22 AM
Statutory Laws Learn how to find statutory laws (including individual state laws) and share obscure statutes when you find them. Service Dog Central provides information on laws and legal topics and is designed for informational purposes only. You must understand that this site does not provide legal advice and is not intended as a substitute for legal advice from a qualified attorney. If you need legal advice, or if you need someone to tell you how the law applies to your particular case, you should seek advice from a qualified attorney. Moderator: Kirsten	116 Posts 14 Topics	Last post by Kirsten in What is the statute of l... on October 28, 2008, 07:34:15 PM
Access Examine the state of access rights around the world. Service Dog Central provides information on laws and legal topics and is designed for informational purposes only. You must understand that this site does not provide legal advice and is not intended as a substitute for legal advice from a qualified attorney. If you need legal advice, or if you need someone to tell you how the law applies to your particular case, you should seek advice from a qualified attorney. Moderator: responsiblek9	685 Posts 122 Topics	Last post by aspiebabe in Re: Access Laws In Ontar... on June 21, 2009, 06:41:34 AM
Child Boards: Advanced Access: public, workplaces, schools and on public transportation, Advanced Access: government facilities and unusual venues	685 Posts 122 Topics
Advanced: Discussion of Case Law To gain access to this board, take quizzes 1, 2, and 3 and return your answers to the quiz master for scoring Moderator: Kirsten	76 Posts 19 Topics	Last post by Kirsten in Site updated on ESA/hous... on March 30, 2009, 12:59:35 PM

Health

Disease and Vaccination Discussion of various diseases, outbreaks, and vaccination pros/cons. This is NOT the place to get veterinary medical advice. Only a licensed veterinarian can offer competent veterinary advice. All statements claimed as facts should be supported by references to medical journals or texts. Moderator: Ilghaus	263 Posts 62 Topics	Last post by Kirsten in Re: I am SO not happy--m... on April 07, 2009, 01:36:26 PM
First Aid Discussion of first aid for injuries common to service dogs at work. This is NOT the place to get veterinary medical advice. Only a licensed veterinarian can offer competent veterinary advice. All statements claimed as facts should be supported by references to medical journals or texts. Moderator: Ilghaus	181 Posts 32 Topics	Last post by hopesclan in Re: dewclaw injury on October 30, 2008, 07:57:49 PM
Food and Nutrition BARF, premium foods, treats, food allergies, nutritional supplements. This is NOT the place to get veterinary medical advice. Only a licensed veterinarian can offer competent veterinary advice. All statements claimed as facts should be supported by references to medical journals or texts. Moderator: Ilghaus	625 Posts 98 Topics	Last post by fledchen in Re: NUTRO Cat Food Recal... on June 20, 2009, 06:44:16 AM
Preventive Care Nail trimming, dental, heartworm, fleas. This is NOT the place to get veterinary medical advice. Only a licensed veterinarian can offer competent veterinary advice. All statements claimed as facts should be supported by references to medical journals or texts. Moderator: Ilghaus	369 Posts 65 Topics	Last post by TiltingTerri in Re: A vasectomy? on June 09, 2009, 10:45:47 PM

Training

Book and Video Reviews Have you read a new book or seen a new video recently? Share your review here. Moderator: Kirsten	108 Posts 26 Topics	Last post by GingerbreadGirl in Real Food for Dogs & Cat... on April 13, 2009, 03:30:29 AM
Dog Behavior and Training Theory	603 Posts 91 Topics	Last post by TiltingTerri in Re: Sleeping with servic... on June 07, 2009, 03:25:27 PM
Child Boards: Clicker/OC, Advanced Training: Proofing and Corrections, Advanced Training: Complex Behaviors, Advanced Training: Generalization and Habituation	603 Posts 91 Topics
Puppy Raising	288 Posts 40 Topics	Last post by TiltingTerri in Re: TiltingTerri's Avent... on June 08, 2009, 05:51:56 PM
Obedience Service dog training consists of obedience, task, and public access training. What constitutes basic obedience for a service dog is different than basic obedience for pets. Moderator: springingpups	405 Posts 50 Topics	Last post by hopesclan in Re: Training List anyone... on May 14, 2009, 03:18:07 PM
Service Dog Training Core skills for service dogs, over and beyond pet dog skills. Moderator: springingpups	315 Posts 45 Topics	Last post by Edye in Re: Training Alzheimers ... on April 13, 2009, 08:26:20 AM
Child Boards: Advanced: Training Equipment, Selecting a Service Dog Candidate	315 Posts 45 Topics
Trainer's Toolbox Moderator: springingpups	135 Posts 16 Topics	Last post by TiltingTerri in Re: Used Cape on June 03, 2009, 06:51:25 PM

Gear and Equipment

Home Brew Gear

Do you like custom making your own gear? Share your ideas with other like-minded tinkerers here.

Moderator: fledchen

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Last post by Roxie
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Trading Post

Got used gear that no longer fits your dog or your needs? Find it a new home here. No commercial advertisements. No "dogs available" ads.

Moderator: fledchen

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Last post by responsiblek9
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Product Reviews

If you have gear you'd like to recommend or are looking for options, check here. NO ADVERTISEMENTS!!!

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Disability Specific Boards

Guide Dogs Moderator: fledchen	173 Posts 32 Topics	Last post by fledchen in Re: guide dog harness? on May 21, 2009, 06:39:26 PM
Hearing Dogs	104 Posts 13 Topics	Last post by Stefani in Re: I may have a hearing... on May 06, 2008, 01:57:29 PM
Invisible Disability	250 Posts 24 Topics	Last post by GingerbreadGirl in Re: Hospitals and Pics on March 23, 2009, 05:09:19 PM
Medical Dogs	371 Posts 53 Topics	Last post by Shidash in Re: Eye contact on June 18, 2009, 09:08:53 PM
Child Boards: Autism, Diabetes, Seizures / TBI (traumatic brain injury)	371 Posts 53 Topics
Mobility Dogs Moderator: responsiblek9	49 Posts 10 Topics	Last post by aculady in Re: Where can I buy a ba... on June 04, 2009, 12:02:38 AM