Dr. Rhesa HoustonMay 26, 20214 minHow Service Dogs Support Patients with DisabilitiesIn 1990 the United States of America first recognized the value and importance of service animals and how they serve those with disabilities
Dr. Rhesa HoustonMay 21, 20212 minKnow Someone Who Wants a Service Dog or Emotional Support Animal?How do I get my service animal certified as an Emotional Support Animal (ESA)? What’s the best breed for my lifestyle? What do I do if I...
megana58May 18, 20212 minWhen Doctors Make Referrals to Assistance Animals ConsultingThere are many reasons why a physician may want to send a referral to our team. We can help provide additional guidance and resources...
Dr. Kandace JordanMay 12, 20212 minHow Veterinarians Can Make Referrals to Assistance Animals ConsultingWe genuinely appreciate client referrals and have established the new Assistance Animals Consulting Referral Program & Preferred Provider...
megana58Apr 28, 20212 minWhat Can Guide Dogs Do?There are many things a guide dog can do to help. Guide dogs go through specialized training to learn to help with tasks like: Walk...
megana58Apr 27, 20213 min7 Summer Safety Tips for Taking Care of Your PetSummertime means sun and fun, with lots of time for playing outdoors with your pet. Summer can be a great time to bond with your pet, but...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonMar 24, 20212 minAnnouncing Our New Preferred Provider Network & Referral ProgramWe genuinely appreciate client referrals and have established the new Assistance Animals Consulting Referral Program & Preferred Provider...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonMar 17, 20213 minTelemedicine & the Future of Online Veterinary Care Following the COVID pandemic, human health care systems across the nation saw a decline in emergency room and clinic visits as more...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonMar 10, 20214 minThe "PAWS" Act Urges VA to Provide Service Dogs to Vets With PTSDThe PAWS Act, or The Puppies Assisting Wounded Servicemembers Act, introduced by Rep. John Rutherford, R-Fla., would require the VA to...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonMar 5, 20212 minA Northern Kentucky Subway Settles Lawsuit with Veteran Over Refusing to Permit His Service Dog InA Subway franchise in Northern Kentucky that turned away a veteran with his service dog will have to adopt and implement a service animal...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonMar 1, 20212 minTips to Pet Proof Your HomeNew pet owners have many things to consider when preparing to bring a new furry family member into their homes and lives. Today we are...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonFeb 24, 20213 minPROTECT YOUR PET'S HEALTH WITH A DENTAL CARE ROUTINEDental care is as important to pets as it is to us. Dental disease and conditions can impact your pet's overall health. Dental disease is...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonFeb 22, 20215 minWhat Are Some of the Best Breeds for Service Dogs?Dogs are exceptional service animals. For those considering a service dog for support, one of the most common questions is, what breeds...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonFeb 16, 20219 min26 Frequently Asked Questions about the ADA and Service Animals According to ADA.gov website, the Department of Justice receives many questions about how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonFeb 10, 20215 minNew Maryland Bill Would Allow Therapy Dogs in Schools A new bill in the Maryland General Assembly would require public schools to allow the use of therapy dogs for students. There is...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonFeb 4, 20214 minHow Service Dogs Can Help Cancer PatientsCan service dogs and therapy animals support cancer patients? Since the 1980s, there have been significant advances in the field of...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonJan 29, 20212 minAdvocate & Educate: Partnering With The Community to Advance Animal HealthAssistance Animals Consulting is on a mission to advance animal health through advocacy, education, and collaboration. Creating...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonJan 26, 20212 minSouthwest Airlines Join Ban on Emotional Support AnimalsSouthwest Airlines is the latest to join the ban on Emotional Support Animals (ESA) following the DOT Rule Change. Here's what you need...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonJan 21, 20214 minFDA Alert: Lots of Sportmix Pet Food Recalled Has Been ExpandedThe FDA has recently expanded a recall on lots of Sportmix pet food. Learn more about the recall, how to check if your bag of food is...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonJan 15, 20211 minService Dog Fact Sheet - InfographicWe've put together a handy reference to cover some of the FAQ's regarding service dogs for healthcare providers and veterinarians who...