Somerville resident Tarik Griggs gets up at 5:30 a.m. every day to feed and walk his dog Walter, a Labrador-Golden retriever mix. Along the way he chats with neighbors and anyone coming up to say hi ...

Some dogs are more than man's best friend. Service dogs perform critical functions to keep their owners safe, healthy, and independent. Also called "assistance dogs," these specially trained animals ...

Obtaining a medical service or an alert dog can be expensive and challenging. They may be beneficial for many health conditions, but training is a crucial factor that can impact the animal’s ...

On a good day, Amy Crawford, a single mom of two and a teacher, enjoys the little moments with her boys. But, on a bad day, it can be a harsh reality. "I ended up going to ER twice in two days," ...

Service dogs are specially trained to assist people with a wide range of medical needs, including those with migraines. They can provide a range of services, from alerting their owners to an impending ...