11 Amazing Service Dog Facts

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Multiple Breeds Are Used As Service Dogs

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Some service dog organizations use only certain breeds and traditionally the commonly used breeds were Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers and German Shepherds. But now many other breeds are being used as service dogs with success. Larger breeds like Mastiffs are being used for mobility and small breeds can also be easily trained as alert dogs. Mixed breeds and bully breeds like pit bulls and Rottweilers are being used as well.

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WagBrag’s co-founder, Russ Boles, has a deep history in animal rescue and welfare. For the past 12 years, Russ has served in various roles with Atlanta-based animal advocacy organizations focused on rescue, training and education. In addition, Russ led a local rescue volunteer team into New Orleans immediately after Hurricane Katrina, assisting in efforts to rescue and care for stranded animals. This experience changed his life, and animal rescue and advocacy will always be a part of everything he does.

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