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fromIndependent
1 month ago

'We pay them with a ball' - meet Revenue's lovable service dogs that pay their way to tune of 100m a year

Handlers at Dublin Airport have expressed their admiration for the service dogs, noting their remarkable ability to sniff out drugs, tobacco, and cash in mere seconds.
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fromFast Company
3 months 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
3 months 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
5 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
10 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
10 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.
New York Mets
fromwww.amny.com
11 months ago

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

The New York Mets support service dog training through their partnership with America's VetDogs, exemplified by Buddy, the service dog in training.
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