Can I Claim My Cat as a Service Cat for Anxiety?
Table of Contents Can Cats Be Service Animals? If you’re considering a service cat to help manage anxiety, it’s important to understand the distinctions between service animals, emotional support animals (ESAs), and therapy animals. While cats cannot be designated as service animals under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), they can serve as emotional support […]
The Healing Power of an Emotional Comfort Animal
In a world where stress, anxiety, and depression are increasingly common, emotional comfort animals (also known as emotional support animals or ESAs) have become a valuable ally for mental health. Emotional comfort animals are more than just pets; they offer therapeutic benefits that promote emotional stability, reduce feelings of loneliness, and improve overall quality of […]
Empowering Lives: The Role of a Psychiatric Assistance Dog
Psychiatric assistance dogs are important helpers for people with mental health challenges. You might more commonly hear them called psychiatric service dogs. They do a lot to help their owners feel better and manage different types of mental health issues. In this post, we’ll discuss what makes these dogs so special. And we’ll explain how […]
Are Service Dogs Allowed in Hotels?
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If you love to or simply need to travel, you may be wondering how to make this possible without leaving behind your companion. We know that Service Dogs have housing and air travel rights, but are Service Dogs allowed in Hotels?
Can a Service Dog Help with Dermatillomania?
Dermatillomania, also known as excoriation disorder or skin picking disorder, is a psychological condition characterized by compulsive picking, scratching, or pulling at the skin. It affects approximately 2-3% of the population (estimates vary) and causes distress and potential physical harm. Dermatillomania is typically treated through a variety of therapeutic approaches. Considering Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) […]
Can Cats Sense Their Human Companions’ Feelings of Anxiety?
Cats make great companions. They’re independent, yet affectionate, and they have a relaxed air about them that can be soothing. But what happens when our feline friends sense that we’re stressed out or anxious? Can cats sense anxiety too? Let’s take a look at what the experts say. Table of Contents Scientific Findings About Cats […]
Seasonal Depression Explained
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During the winter there are shorter days, longer nights, less sunlight, and more time indoors which can all contribute to a decline in mental wellness. While it is normal to deal with some “winter blues”, if you are experiencing long-lasting, deep levels of despair then you might be affected by seasonal depression. We have important information for you!
Finding Emotional Support in Unstable Times
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The past few years have given us no shortage of reasons for disquiet. Building resilience to unpredictability can help you navigate the unknown more confidently and peacefully. Finding emotional support in unstable times can prevent us from feeling stressed when things don’t go as planned. Interested in learning how?
10 Mood-Boosting Tips for Handling Holiday Stress!
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Who agrees that holidays are aw-some and aw-ful all at the same time? Many people simultaneously love and hate the chaos of these seasons. If you’re looking for healthy ways to handle holiday stress, you can do so with these 10 mood-boosting tips!
Can Emotional Support Animals Replace Therapists?
*Estimated Read Time: 5 min 28 sec
There are many options available to treat mental health disorders. It’s true for ANY disability, whether visible or invisible, that what works for one may not work for another. Let’s explore the benefits of an ESA, and dig into whether or not what they offer should be deemed enough!
