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How To Make Your Dog A Service Dog

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Dog lovers know that the benefits of a canine companion are too numerous to mention. In addition to this, some dogs provide professional service to the people who need it. Thanks to the ADA's decision in 1990, these service dogs are more than pets. What dogs are best suited to be service dogs, and how are they certified? We have a step by step guide to getting a dog service ready. For more information, check out this well-reviewed guide for training your own dog service.  What breeds are the best for service work? The short answer: any race! That said, German shepherds, golden retrievers, Labrador retrievers and border collies are common for a variety of services due to the training capacity and the typical personality. A larger dog may be necessary for physical assistance such as mobility, but medical alert or emotional support services can be performed by a smaller breed. Not sure of the make-up of your dog's breed? The dog's DNA tests can provide valuable info...