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Labradors are the most popular breed used all over the world as guide dogs for the vision-impaired and blind. Special qualities set it apart from other dog breeds.

May is National Guide Dog Month. Guide dog institutions and puppy raisers breed and train dogs to assist blind and seeing-impaired people.

American Dorothy Eustis founded a guide dog centre in the 1920s. Her work led to collaboration with two British women to set up a similar institution in the UK.

Love animals? Interested in volunteering time to raise and train puppies that will eventually help the disabled? Here are some helpful resources to get someone started.

Disabled U.S. veterans may suffer from a range of chronic conditions. America's Vet Dogs and Patriot Paws provide trained dogs to help them achieve more independence.

Few agencies offering leisure group travel and individual trip planning for the blind remove as many barriers to accessibility as Dimensions in Travel (Novato, Calif.).

Traveling can be difficult and stressful for anyone. If you have a disability, a little extra effort and planning can make your trip much more enjoyable.

For people who are visual, hearing, or mobility impaired simple tasks in life can be difficult, but with the help of assistance dogs, those tasks can be easier.

In this exclusive interview, independent filmmaker Bill Plympton (Idiots and Angels) discusses how he makes his movies.

Most people revel in the happiness and friendship offered by a pet. Some pets, though, offer more than companionship. They offer vital assistance to those who need it.

Miniature horses are being trained to work as assistance animals for the visually impaired. They use the same skills as guide dogs to assist the blind with mobility.

In this exclusive interview, independent animator Bill Plympton talks about his Master Class at the Worldwide Short Films Festival.

Mind's Eye Travel wants to expand independence among the blind by providing stress-free, guided tours to memorable destinations such as the Maine Coast and New Mexico.

Kennel breeder and founder of Verein fur Deutsche Schaferhunde, Max von Stephanitz, bred German sheep herding dogs into a versatile working breed and companion.

There is a great deal of confusion about different types of assistive animals. Misunderstandings about service dog laws can needlessly cause problems for the disabled.

Is a situation in which your service animal is being refused access to premises causing you difficulties, damage, or hardship? Reach out to these sources for help.

In Working Like Dogs: The Service Dog Guidebook, two fans of service dogs explain what they are and what it's like to have a dog that's trained to help a disabled person.

It is easy to be hasty and impulsive when adopting a pet. Take time to consider why you want a dog and the breed that would best suit your personality and lifestyle.

In addition to the typical kinds of dog problems, service animals and working dogs (like rescue dogs) have special challenges. You can help them with flower remedies.

Crossbred designer dogs are popular for several reasons.

The Canadian Film Centre's Trilogy of Trilogies: Animation Extravaganza featured wonderful shorts from Adam Elliot, Osbert Parker and Bill Plympton.

Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX) bills itself "America's Friendliest Airport" and lives up to that reputation meeting the needs of disabled passengers.

Liz Phelps suffered the partial amputation of three fingers in an accident in 1997. Learn how she managed to survive and even thrive despite the loss of several fingers.

How smart is your dog? Man's best friend is often as intelligent as man himself. Find out which dogs made the list of the top 10 smartest dog breeds.

Have you ever noticed how dogs respond to music? It appears that dogs feel the rhythm and harmony of music in their soul the same way that humans do. With the stereo pla

Many families "hit the road" in July for family vacations. How can parents check out services for the disabled ahead of time?

The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City offers a variety of ways for the blind and visually impaired to experience visual art such as paintings and sculpture.

Extremely alert, smart, and loyal, the boxer makes an excellent pet.

Dogs are perhaps the most popular pet in America. Check out these interesting, and sometimes funny, facts to see how much trivia you know about man's best friend.

The Hadley School for the Blind's e-Hadley classes cover a wide range of topics, including business writing, finding employment, and effective parenting of a blind child.

Psychiatric service dogs are specially trained to assist people with mental disabilities, performing tasks, warning of pending episodes, and providing companionship.

Most people revel in the happiness and friendship offered by a dog. Some dogs, though, offer more than companionship. They offer vital assistance to those who need it.

The next time you look over at Fido and see him as a big mooch, you should remember that the origins of our relationship with dogs is one that is steeped in mystery.

Air Canada announced that as of July 15, 2007, pets must travel as air cargo, not as checked luggage. Service animals without proper documentation may be affected.

You don't have to be a veterinarian to have a high paying career in the canine world. Animal behaviorist and other professional positions also earn big bucks.

There are several websites dedicated to the Deaf community, keeping Deaf people informed and increasing involvement for Hearing people into the Deaf culture.

A great American General that led American and Coalition troops to victory in the Afghanistan War and the Iraqi War.

A new tactile rug by artist Amanda Allen helps blind people and children make the most of their visit to the Painted Hall of the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich.

The media circus around the growing popularity of hybrid or designer dogs has raised questions regarding their place in the dog world.

Are you a dog lover, but allergic reactions prevent you from moving from dog lover to dog owner? It may be time to consider a hypoallergenic breed.

The onset of blindness in the elderly may be delayed by a new laser technique.

Colorado Ski For Light's annual llama trek teams blind and visually impaired with sighted guides for a challenging, boundary-breaking journey into the Rawah Wilderness.

Learning braille writing can be fun with activities for Braille Literacy Month, like working with braille paper, writing braille and learning about braille books.

A host of products and services, from specialty cruises to talking GPS systems, now offer blind travelers greater ease, safety, and comfort

A very popular question for clergy of all denominations is: "Will my pet go to heaven?" Can people find comfort in the belief that their companions are not forgotten?

Ready to adopt a new pet? Questions to consider in deciding whether a puppy or a full-grown dog is right for you.

The value of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities in terms of resulting public interest is highly variable.

The Australian Shepherd and the German Shepherd are somewhat similiar but also different; however, both dogs still serve man in many ways.

The intelligence level of dogs varies from breed to breed. However, there are certain breeds that are considered to be the smartest among dogs.

Due to moving, behavior problems, pet care costs, puppy mills and indifference we euthanize our surplus dogs. What will stop this killing of healthy animals?