Assistance Dogs Week

Did you know this week, August 7-13th is International Assistance Dogs Week?
We’ve all seen dogs with vests or tags identifying them as assistance dogs for the handicapped. Assistance dogs are allowed anywhere the general public is allowed. While it is not mandatory that they wear ID, they do so because people who pet them can distract them from their duties.

This week is designed to recognize the loyal and intelligent dogs who serve, as well as those to take on the task of training them. Celebrate Service Dogs features a video that not only shows some of the training service puppies undergo, it also shows how an assistance dog can help in unconventional ways. You’ll laugh and you may have a lump in your throat when you are finished watching.

The International Assistance Dogs Week website can tell you more about events in your community.