Service Pets & Children with Special Needs

Confused about IEPs and 504 Plans? Learn the key differences, eligibility, and how each can help your child with disabilities — including accommodations for service or therapy animals.

Want to include your child’s service dog in their IEP or 504 Plan? Learn your rights under the ADA, what schools can and can’t ask, and how to advocate for service animal access in educational settings.

Struggling to support your teen with anxiety or PTSD? Learn how emotional support animals and therapy dogs can provide comfort, routine, and healing for teenagers with mental health challenges.

When choosing a pet for a child with autism, it’s not just about finding a cute companion—it’s about selecting a pet that will complement the child’s sensory needs, communication style, and emotional development.

But like all pets, rabbits need guidance to become confident, calm, and cooperative companions. With a bit of patience and consistency, you can train your bunny to be the perfect support pet for your family.

Discover how service dogs help children with neurological or developmental disabilities like cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and Down syndrome. Learn what tasks they can perform and how they improve safety, independence, and quality of life.

Discover how autism service dogs help kids with communication, safety, and sensory regulation. Learn the benefits, legal rights, and how to apply for an autism service dog for your child.

Can young children with disabilities benefit from having a service dog? Learn how service animals support kids ages 3–8, what schools and public spaces must allow, and how to prepare your child for life with a service animal.

Despite their exotic appearance, Chinese Cresteds are gentle, loyal, and low-energy, making them ideal for calm home environments and children who need quiet companionship.

Can your child bring their therapy or service dog to school or other public places? Learn the differences between service animals and emotional support animals, and what rights your child has under ADA law.

with a few calm and consistent strategies, you can help your dog redirect that digging energy while maintaining a safe, structured environment your child can trust.

Pets can provide companionship, routine, and a sense of responsibility, which can be particularly beneficial for children with autism spectrum disorder.