Discover the journey of how a dog becomes an emotional support animal, including selecting the right breed, meeting legal requirements, and understanding their vital role in providing emotional support.

You may be wondering what companion animals are and trying to figure out of they are right for you. Humans and animals have been providing companionship to each other for thousands of years. Only in recent decades have we begun distinguishing a companion animal from a service animal, or a house pet. Learning about these great animals, and what they can do for you, is the first step in determining if it makes sense for you to get one. Companion Animal vs Service Animal vs House Pets Defining terms is important whenever learning about a subject. Here we will be looking closely at companion animals, so it is good to know how these animals differ from service animals and house...

By Brooke van Dyk What kind of veterinarians are there? How can you tell which vet is the right choice for your animal companions? Can you take your house pets to the same veterinarian as your horses and farm animals? What about reptile companions? Don’t worry -- Dr. Jeff Werber is here to answer all of your questions!  What Kind of Veterinarians Are There? There are five main types of veterinarians, and all play different but important roles in pet health and safety. Whether you have a house pet, a domesticated farm animal, or are using animal subjects in a laboratory, the kind of vet that you choose can make an impact on your pet's health and happiness. But how...