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How Service Dogs Can Improve the Quality of Life for Veterans with Disabilities

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How Service Dogs Can Improve the Quality of Life for Veterans with Disabilities

Our veterans go through a lot in the service of our country, so it is no surprise that this population is more prone to disabilities, both physical and mental. Fortunately, having a service dog can make your life easier when you're running errands and handling other daily activities. They can also help during periods of heightened anxiety or panic attacks. Today, SPORKS! outlines some ways that your new friend can improve your quality of life and enhance your overall happiness.

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Traveling With A Service Dog To Hawaii

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Traveling With A Service Dog To Hawaii

I have tried to ease the sometimes confusing and daunting rules and regulations when traveling to Hawaii with one’s service dog.  Hawaii has been, and continues to be very strict when allowing service dogs, and all pets, to travel to our islands as Hawaii does not have rabies and ticks that can cause Lyme disease.  Understandably, the state wants to keep it that way!!  Accordingly, there are several steps one must take well in advance when traveling to Paradise with their service animals.  There are a few interrelated steps, so you may read a few points a couple times. 

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