by Marcie Davis | Feb 8, 2019 | Dogs At Your Service, Guide Dogs, Equipment & Supplies, People, Uncategorized
I recently had the pleasure of visiting with Dr. Teresa Conner-Kerr and Dr. Sue Ann Kalish from the University of North Georgia (UNG) about one of their innovative research projects that could have a major impact on the future of guide dog and other assistance dog...
by Marcie Davis | Jun 14, 2018 | Dogs At Your Service, Equipment & Supplies, Training & Technology, People & Dogs
You might think a leash is just a leash, but the one I use for my service dog, Lovey, is one I bought from the 505 Leash Project. The leashes are handmade by military veterans and a percentage of the proceeds from leash sales benefits Assistance Dogs of the West based...
by Marcie Davis | Jan 24, 2018 | Assistance Dogs, Dogs At Your Service, Guide Dogs, Hearing Dogs, Service Dogs, Equipment & Supplies, Training, People & Dogs, Your Dog's Health
By Marcie Davis As some of you may know, I got my beloved service dog, Lovey, from Assistance Dogs of the West here in Santa Fe. It was through them that I learned about FitPAWS® equipment and exercises. As a person who relies on a wheelchair, I am always looking for...
by Marcie Davis | Aug 10, 2014 | Assistance Dogs, Guide Dogs, Service Dogs, Assistive Technology, Equipment & Supplies
Will robots and other technology replace guide dogs? I’ll never forget the first day of service dog team training. One of the first things the trainers told us was, “Your new dog is not a robot.” And, here we are 20 years later talking about robots as assistance dogs....
by Marcie Davis | Aug 1, 2011 | Assistance Dogs, Equipment & Supplies
Toys are an important part of your assistance dog’s overall health and well-being. Having appropriate, engaging chew toys is important not only for entertainment but it can also support their dental health and ease anxiety. I don’t know about you but when I got my...
by Marcie Davis | Jan 18, 2010 | Service Dogs, Equipment & Supplies, Training
We really enjoy watching professional dog trainers work their dogs. I am amazed at how they can command their dog’s attention and maintain a level of control over their dog’s head through the use of a leash and collar. As a wheelchair user, handling a dog can be...
