EVERY DOG IS AN INDIVIDUAL

All dogs are individuals who deserve a chance to shine! There is behavioral variability within each breed, and even more within breed mixes.

"We must take the lead and free ourselves from stereotypes that imply simple solutions to complex issues, in order to better serve our animals and our society." - Amy Marder, VMD, CAAB, Director of the Center for Shelter Dogs

BREED LABELING DOGS OF UNKNOWN ORIGIN

It is impossible to breed label or predict the behavior of dogs of unknown history and genetics solely on the basis of their appearance.

RESIDENT DOG VS. FAMILY DOG: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?

• Resident dogs are maintained outside the home and/or are maintained for negative functions

• Family dogs live inside the home and are given the opportunities to learn appropriate behaviors
  
  

IT'S NOT "JUST SEMANTICS": WORDS DO MATTER

 HOMEOWNER'S INSURANCE FOR DOG OWNERS?

 TRAINING AND HANDLING EQUIPMENT

Training and Handling Equipment

There is no "One Size Fits All" handling or training tool. Each dog should be assessed to decide which equipment will work best for the individual dog, the handler and the situation.

SUGGESTED RESOURCES: BOOKS, VIDEOS, AND WEBSITES

ASSISTANCE DOG
TRAINING PROGRAM

Maryland’s Tracey v Solesky Statement

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