"A service dog is any dog that performs a job or a task that helps a person who has a physical or mental disability. These tasks can be anything from guiding people down a sidewalk to sniffing out changes in blood sugar levels. Find out how these personal support dogs are trained and how they bond deeply with their owners"-- Provided by publisher.
Audience
Ages 8-14 Crabtree Publishing.
Grades 4-6 Crabtree Publishing.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Contents
What makes a dog a service dog? -- Serving in the community -- Types of service dogs -- Picking the perfect puppy -- Training -- Service dogs are heroes -- Glossary.
