Many disabled individuals own service dogs to help them complete daily activities and live independently. If you see a service dog in public, do not pet it. Doing so can distract the dog from its job.
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Nov 4 – Don’t pet service dogs
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Seen at a pet fair, this golden retriever is training to become a service dog. Service dogs often complete 18-24 months of training. Some specialized programs may even take 3 years to complete.
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