American Service Pets Blog
Read the latest news related to pets, ESA, PSA, laws, and tips and tricks for caring for your pets.
How Do I Get an ESA in Florida
*Estimated Read Time: 6 min, 45 sec. Florida also follows the ADA definitions of ESAs. They recognize that an Emotional Support Animal is a vital component in treating some emotional and mental conditions. You can’t just slap a sticker on Fido’s vest and call him your ESA. Keep reading to learn how to qualify your pet as an ESA in Florida.
What Tasks Can a Psychiatric Service Dog Be Trained to Perform?
*Estimated Read Time: 6 min, 43 sec
One positive by-product of the coronavirus pandemic was the drastic rise in pet adoption and fostering. The pandemic proved that man turns to his best friend in a time of loneliness.
What is my dog feeling?
Estimated Read Time: 7 min, 18 sec
Good communication and mutual understanding are the backbones of any successful relationship, but how the heck do you build a long-lasting and healthy relationship with your dog? While we can’t listen to their thoughts, you should be able to start answering “what is my dog feeling?” by paying attention to his body language.
7 Most Common Life Changes that Cause Stress
*Estimated Read Time: 7 min 8 sec. Everyone experiences stress. It is a normal part of life. In the proper context, a little pressure can actually be quite beneficial and motivating! Unfortunately, the kind of changes that cause stress most often aren’t as helpful. One of the most talked-about 2020 (and now 2021) stress management tools has been pet ownership.
Emotional Support Animals vs Psychiatric Service Dogs: What’s the difference?
*Estimated Read Time: 7 min 52 sec. As a reputable provider in housing and travel accommodation letters, we know there can be confusion surrounding the definitions, requirements, and legal rights pertaining to Emotional Support Animals and Psychiatric Service Dogs. If you have been wondering this yourself, we are here to help!
How Emotional Support Animals Help Cope With Anxiety
*Estimated Read Time: 9 min 42 sec. For an anxious person, everyday things like the morning alarm can trigger a whole series of panic-driven thoughts that rush in like a title wave before the day has even begun. Thankfully, an emotional support animal can help cope with anxiety and relieve these feelings of panic.
What Does My Dog’s Poop Mean?
*Estimated Read Time: 8 min 11 sec. It may dumbfound you, but “dog poop” is a very popular search term on the internet. As a dog owner, it is very common to wonder whether or not your furry friend is healthy. Did you know that one of the simplest health indicators is the pattern of your dog’s poop?
Important Things Every Cat Owner Should Know
*Estimated Read Time: 10 min 12 sec. Aside from offering your limitless devotion and servitude for all of eternity to your cute and cuddly feline, there are some important things every cat owner should know. We’ve rounded up ten helpful tips to make you the World’s Best Cat Parent.
Famous Presidential Pets of America
Estimated Read Time: 8 min 30 sec Some presidential pets have given comfort to the First Family, while others gained recognition for helping to shape the nation’s political canvas. As the adage goes, “If you want a friend in Washington, get a dog,” so let me tell you ‘bout my beeeeest friend…
Costly Mistakes Pet Owners Make And How to Avoid Them
*Estimated Read Time: 8 min 4 sec. There are always more ways to learn and prepare for avoiding financial strain as a pet parent. We’ve compiled a list of the most common costly mistakes pet owners make and some tips on avoiding them.
How To Prepare for Your First Vet Visit
*Estimated Read Time: 5 min 43 sec. Attending your first vet visit will often help calm those feelings of unpreparedness. To assist, even more, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite tips to ensure the visit is super successful.
DOT Update: Spirit and Frontier Airlines Emotional Support Animal Policy Changing in 2021
*Estimated Read Time: 2 min 6 sec. The Department of Transportation announced that it is revising rules around flying with Emotional Support Animals. Effective January 11, 2021, both Spirit and Frontier Airlines Emotional Support Animal Policy will no longer allow ESAs on board their aircrafts.