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 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...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonJan 12, 20212 minUnderstanding the New DOT Service Animal Air Transportation FormsOn December 10, 2020, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) published in the Federal Register a final rule to amend the...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonJan 11, 20213 minDelta & United Airlines Ban Emotional Support Animals; Form Required for Trained Service DogsDelta and United Airlines join other major U.S. Airlines in ban on emotional support animals. We covered the updates to polices that...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonJan 7, 20213 minAlaska & American Airlines Ban Emotional Support Animals on Flights & Change Service Animal PolicyAmerican Airlines announced Tuesday that they will officially be banning most Emotional Support Animals (ESA) from the cabin on flights...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonDec 30, 20204 minTips for Taking Care of Your New PetDid you get a new pet? Here are some tips for taking care of your new puppy or kitten to get you off to the right start. 1. Get a...
Dr. Rhesa HoustonMay 1, 20204 minHere to Help: Navigating Animal-Assisted Therapy During COVID-19 Maintaining animal health and welfare is critical to our own health, the animal and the public — even during a pandemic.
Dr. Rhesa HoustonApr 1, 20204 minAssistance Animals Consulting Can Help When Prescribing Therapy Animals Assistance Animals Consulting founder Dr. Rhesa Houston noticed a lack of connection between the veterinary and mental health fields.
Dr. Rhesa HoustonFeb 28, 20203 minWe Bridge the Gap: Department of Transportation Proposes Airlines Can Ban Emotional Support Animals Whether airlines permit emotional support animals or not, this opens up a larger conversation on regulation.
Dr. Rhesa HoustonFeb 28, 20204 minImportant Factors to Consider for Assistance Animals in Airports and Flying on AirplanesAnimals on airplanes isn't as uncommon as you may think. Accommodating these assistance animals and handlers is important, even in airports.