161: Service Dog Welfare – The Shadow Side

The Dog Show #161 – March 28, 2012
Jeanne Hampl and Darcie Boltz, President and Vice President of The Assistance Dog Club of Puget Sound. Jeanne and Darcie respond to a recent story on The Today Show about a three year old and her service dog. Questioning the obvious signs of stress and displeasure shown by the dog in the footage, as well as the poor handling skills of a three year old. Is this an appropriate application for a service dog? Is this inhumane? Watch the video, listen to this interview, and see for yourself!

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