Graduating from veterinary medicine is a success by itself, but now it’s time to put all that knowledge to good use. While you already mastered treating animals, now it’s time to conquer the business part of having your veterinary clinic. It’s not an easy ordeal, but with some effort, dedication, and planning, you will pull it off. Take a look …
Best Emotional Support Dog Breeds for Seniors
Emotional support animals, specifically emotional support dogs, can greatly impact the lives of their owners. Emotional support dogs are specially trained to help their owners with a variety of different disorders such as anxiety, PTSD, and even mental disabilities. Like service dogs that assist people, such as a seeing-eye dog or a psychiatric dog (a dog that helps prevent psychotic …
Mental Health and the Emotional Support of Pets
We live in strange times. The rapid global spread of the coronavirus has led to schools and businesses closing down, to restaurants transitioning to delivery or pick up only, and, in the worst of scenarios, to enforced “shelter in place” policies that increasingly isolate us from social contact. We know the physical effects of the virus but what we don’t yet …
International Travel with Your Emotional Support Animal
He’s not just your pet. He’s your baby. Your family. But they’re even more than that. Your pet is also your comfort. Your companion. Your protector. He makes your life possible. We’re talking about your emotional support animal (ESA). Your pet is your oasis of peace and calm when your mind is a roiling sea of panic and terror. To …
How to Spoil Your Emotional Support Cat This National Pet Day
Your cat has been there for you through thick and thin, through the hard times and the easy times, and now you want to show your appreciation as National Pet Day is approaching. (It’s on April 11th for those pet parents unaware!) So, how do you show your love to your furry feline friend or emotional support cat? Here are …
Dog Health Problems: Top 5 Things to Know
Health problems in dogs are common but tend to be overlooked because sometimes we miss out on important signs and symptoms. There’s a lot you should know about dog health problems as a dog owner and in this post we’re going to focus on five crucial things. Scroll down to learn more about signs that say something is wrong, common …
5 Best Small Breed Dogs for Emotional Support
Therapy dogs offer a great companion during low moments in life. They comfort people fighting depression, anxiety, disabilities, trauma, and any form of loneliness. The difference between a therapy dog and a service dog is that the latter directly assists people in performing various tasks. Emotional support dogs, on the other hand, soothe and keep you engaged through their playful and …
7 Important Things to Pack while Traveling with a Dog
Who does not want to take a trip to their desired destination with their furry friends? Dogs have a way of getting into their owner’s hearts. Not only do people take care of their pets as their family members, but they can not just go on a trip with them. Leaving your dog back home with a caretaker while you …
5 Reasons Why Hoteliers Should Care About Pet Hospitality
Pet ownership perception has drastically changed in just a few decades. From mere companions and protectors, pets have become a valuable member of the family. In fact, most pet owners now see their pets as their own children, and they do treat them as such. Many modern pet owners are also more willing to spend on pet supplies such as …
5 Ways to Play and Exercise with Your Dog Outdoors
source If you are trying to incorporate exercise into your daily routine, the best way to do so is with an exercise buddy. But the best exercise buddy you can find is your best four-legged friend. Just like people, dogs need daily exercise and play to keep boredom and depression away. There are many activities that you can do with your dog …
6 Amazing Dog Breeds For Fighting Depression
When you are feeling down, having a loyal and cheerful pet – or emotional support animal – around can certainly help you feel better. But, did you know that there are specific dog breeds who can help you battle long-term depression and ensure you start feeling better? At Emotional Pet Support we not only have a passion for animals, but …
Steps to Make Your Puppy an ESA
Image Source: Unsplash If you have mental struggles that prevent you from living your life fully, you may find that having an emotional support animal (ESA) helps you to feel almost “normal.” An increasing number of Americans are turning to ESAs for guidance and support, yet the process isn’t always clear-cut. For example, new puppy owners may feel a little lost …