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We have a new section to celebrate those who have stepped up in the community. See why Patti Heath inaugurates this new feature!

The advocacy coalition known as USAUSA (United Service Animal Users, Supporters, and Advocates) launched in 2016. We figured it was high time for USAUSA to have an online home!

Follow the linked title above to find out just what USAUSA is, what it isn’t, and what it’s been up to. You might be surprised at all the support USAUSA has garnered in such a short time.

PSDP celebrates 5th anniversary with gifts to the community

July 18th, 2017 marks the fifth year since PSDP’s humble beginning. We’re all celebrating and you get the presents! We’ve just released two sets of media for you to enjoy.

We launched a Youtube channel and posted a new video, Out to lunch with service dog teams. Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss any updates!

Following this up, we posted a curated collection of the many pictures and videos from our 2017 Convention. Relive the memories or experience the fun and transformation for the first time.

PSDP recognized by GreatNonprofits

Our wonderful community earned us a 2017 Top-Rated award from GreatNonprofits. This is the third consecutive year we’ve won this award, and we’re proud of our PSDP family for supporting the group and each other as we strive to make lives better.

2018 Convention

We had a blast in April at our 2017 convention. Start saving for your trip to Solvang, California for our 2018 Convention next April!

Updated Public Access Standard & Test

How should a service dog behave in public? PSDP’s 2017 public access test can help you evaluate your dog, while our 2017 public access standard provides detailed guidance about behavior expectations for the working life of a service dog.

PSDP victory in Supreme Court case

We can’t expect U.S. Supreme Court judges to be experts on service dogs, so in August of 2016 PSDP helped out in a case by educating the highest court in the land. PSDP has provided an expert witness in past cases, but this time our brief significantly improved how future cases will be decided. The highest court’s February 2017 report is broadly and substantially harmonious with the arguments PSDP provided.

Month's most-viewed pages…

Service Dog Training FAQ: Owner Training, Cost, Basics
Service Dog Laws FAQ: Service Dog vs ESA vs Therapy Dog
Choosing a Service Dog: PSDP's "Choosing the Right Dog"
Service Dog Task List (& Work!) for Psychiatric Service Dogs
Public Access Test for Minimum Service Dog Behavior

Board Minutes

Click on the desired year’s associated link to access the minutes from that year’s Board of Directors’ meetings.

PSYCHIATRIC SERVICE DOG PARTNERS: DOGS SAVING LIVES

PSYCHIATRIC SERVICE DOG PARTNERS: DOGS SAVING LIVES

Board Minutes