CAREGIVING COMPANIONS

THE MANY BENEFITS OF SERVICE, THERAPY AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS

by Karen Shaw Becker

Sukjai Photo/AdobeStock.com A nimals offer support to humans in innumerable ways, acting as loyal companions, providing soothing therapy and emotional support, and being attentive service animals for invaluable medical assistance. As animals increasingly take on these roles in public spaces, it is necessary to understand what each category offers and the type of access each is given.

“Some people misrepresent their animals as assistance animals in order to bring them to places where pets are not allowed, to avoid fees or out of a misunderstanding of the animal’s role,” states the American Veterinary Medical Association (avma.org). It points out that although service, therapy and emotional support animals are sometimes referred to interchangeably, they are distinct categories, each with its own definition.

Assistance Animals

As defined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, an assistance animal is “any animal that works, provides assistance or performs tasks for the benefit of a person with a disability, or provides emotional support that alleviates one or more identified symptoms or effects of a person’s disability.” If certain conditions are met, a person may be entitled to keep an assistance animal in a housing facility that would otherwise prohibit animals.

Service Animals

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 defines a service animal as “any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including a physical,

sensory, psychiatric, intellectual or other mental disability.” Aside from miniature horses, no other species are included.

Service animals perform such tasks as helping with navigation, pulling a wheelchair, assisting during a seizure, providing protection or rescue work, alerting a person to allergens and interrupting impulsive or destructive behavior.

Emotional Support Animals

Emotional support animals (ESA), according to the Fair Housing Act and the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA), can be any species. Both laws require a disability-related need and a recommendation by a medical or mental health professional. ESAs do not have to be trained to perform a particular task and may be permitted in otherwise banned housing facilities. Some international airlines allow them to travel at no extra cost. As of January 2021, following a U.S. Department of Transportation rule-tightening, virtually no American domestic airline allows ESAs to fly free. (Small dogs can still be flown by passengers paying extra.)

Therapy Animals

According to the ACAA, therapy animals may take part in animal-assisted interventions when there’s a “goal-directed intervention in which an animal meeting specific criteria is an integral part of the treatment process.” Animal-assisted therapy may involve dogs, cats, horses, llamas, pigs and other species, typically in hospitals, schools and rehabilitation centers.

Why They Can Be Controversial

While service animals are highly trained and can even receive certifications as psychiatric service dogs, ESAs are often pets that help a person to cope with daily life or situations they may otherwise find intolerable, such as being in stores, restaurants, museums and on airline flights and other public transportation.

Controversy has arisen when some people have pushed the line, claiming their pet is necessary for emotional support, but in reality, are just there to enjoy access benefits. Yet, in a survey of more than 500 Americans, both service dogs and emotional support dogs were viewed favorably, and most participants reported feeling that the majority of people with such dogs were not taking advantage of the system.

The Many Benefits

There is seemingly no end to the emotional, physical and mental benefits dogs offer to humans. Regular visits with therapy dogs may improve the well-being of people seeking addiction and mental health treatment. Animal-assisted interventions have been used among Canada’s correctional population, for which mental health, addictions and trauma histories are major concerns.

Research published in the journal Anthrozoös found that animal-assisted therapy decreased the need for pain medication in people receiving joint replacement therapy. Studies by the Delta Society suggests holding, stroking or simply seeing an animal may lower blood pressure while lessening feelings of hostility and increasing self-esteem. For children, service dogs can be trained to detect the scent of allergens like peanuts or gluten in food and even provide comfort to them and adult witnesses in courtrooms.

Be aware that out in public, certain rules of etiquette apply. Service dogs, in particular, should never be approached, talked to or touched unless permission is granted by the dog’s handler. And take no offense if the handler says no. Distracting a working dog can result in potential harm to the handler and may interfere with the dog’s focus and ability to follow potentially lifesaving commands or cues.

Veterinarian Karen Shaw Becker, DVM, has spent her career empowering animal guardians to make knowledgeable decisions to extend the life and well-being of their animals.

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10-13

Fairhope Film Festival – The festival is celebrating 10 YEARS. Be there for the films, stay for the party! Join us in commemorating our tenth anniversary. Six venues, all within walking distance in downtown Fairhope. Actors and filmmakers will provide free panels and discussions in various locations around town. Email Office@FairhopeFilmFestival.org for more info or to purchase tickets. Films $15. Party $50. All tickets sold online. FairhopeFilmFestival.org. See ad, page 3.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12

Claim Your Best Life Now – Nov. 12, 11am-1pm. ‘Ask and you shall receive’ has been promised to us in scripture, but why doesn’t it ever seem to be that easy? No matter how much we’d like to make positive changes, reverse habits that don’t support us or set ourselves in the right direction of our dreams, we must first deal with the subconscious resistance that blocks us from success. In the belief that God has already given us everything, we only have to claim what is ours and set a heart-felt intention to receive it. We also must be willing to let go of those old, long-held beliefs that no longer support the new vision we hold of our lives. Join Rev. Linda Fisher to look into what is really holding you back. Donations to Unity accepted. Unity on the Eastern Shore, 22979 US-98, Fairhope, AL. UnityEasternShore@ gmail.com. UnityEasternShore.wixsite.com/unity. See ad, page 18.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19

You Really Can Live Your Dream Life Workshop

– 9-11am. Join Certified Mindset Coach Bobbi Jo Machholz for an eye-opening, interactive workshop that dives deep into the extraordinary power of our thoughts, mind and imagination. If you’ve read every single ‘shelf’ help book out there and STILL nothing has changed, you must treat yourself to this science-based, Spirit-led, life-changing material. Scripture clearly says that you’ll be transformed by the renewal of your mind! Learn how to use this timeless truth to live the life of your dreams! Unity on the Eastern Shore, 22979 US-98, Fairhope, AL. UnityEasternShore@gmail.com. UnityEastern Shore.wixsite.com/unity. See ad, page 18.

Coastal Alabama Farmers & Fishermens Market

Harvest Festival – Nov. 19, 9am-2pm. Come out to see all your favorite vendors of seafood, produce, baked goods, art and so much more. It’s the perfect time to pick up all the freshest seasonal ingredients for your Thanksgiving Feast or start shopping early for those one-of-a-kind holiday gifts. The Harvest Queen pageant will kick off at 10 am with third through fifth graders residing in Baldwin County vying for the crown. 20733 Miflin Rd, Foley, AL. FoleyMarketMgr@gmail.com. CoastalAlabama Market.com. See ad, page 11.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27

Interfaith Service of Gratitude – 10:30am. Everyone is welcome to attend this special service of thanksgiving and gratitude, to lift each other up with encouragement and inspiration; recognizing that we are all extraordinary children of God, deserving of all good things. Every day can be Thanksgiving when we adopt a year-round ‘attitude of gratitude’. Unity on the Eastern Shore, 22979 US-98, Fairhope, AL. UnityEasternShore@gmail.com. UnityEastern Shore.wixsite.com/unity. See ad, page 18.

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Discounts on Supplements – Every Sunday 15% off supplements at Fairhope Health Foods (251-928-0644) and Virginia’s Health Foods (251479-3952). 280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center, Fairhope, AL and 3055-A Dauphin St, Mobile, AL. VA-FairhopeHealthFoods.com. Fairhope Unitarian Sunday Service – 11amnoon. Held inside and streamed on Zoom. Different guest speakers each week—either a member of our congregation or someone from the surrounding community. Fairhope Unitarian Fellowship, 1150 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope, AL. FairhopeUnitarian Fellowship@gmail.com. FairhopeUU.org. Open Table United Church of Christ – Sunday School 9:30-10:20am. Worship 10:30-11:30am, rear chapel of All Saints Episcopal at 151 S. Ann St, Mobile, AL. Wednesdays 6-7:30pm online book study: Sleeper, Awake on Facebook, Facebook.com/ WhereTrueLoveIs or by Zoom. Office@Open TableUCC.org. OpenTableUCC.org. Mobile Bay Makers Market – 11am-3pm, 2nd and 4th Sundays. Open air, sustainably driven market showcasing 25+ local artisans and growers. Music. Food trucks. Year-round, family and dog friendly. Free. South Park of Fairhope Pier, Fairhope, AL. MBMakersMarket@gmail.com.

Unity on the Eastern Shore Sunday Celebration

Service – 10:30am. In person and streaming ‘live’ at Facebook.com/UnityEasternShore. Revs. Jack Fowler and Linda Fisher. Join our vibrant, progressive spiritual community for a gathering of inspired talks, life-affirming music and the recognition of the presence of God in all living things. We honor all religions, spiritual paths and lifestyles. Unity on the Eastern Shore, 22979 US-98, Fairhope, AL. Unity EasternShore@gmail.com. UnityEasternShore. wixsite.com/unity. Youth/Children’s Spiritual Program – 10:30am. Unity’s co-founder Myrtle Fillmore exclaimed that children are not our future, they’re our present! Kids 4 and up are invited, while parents are in service, to learn about the life changing principles of Unity, which promotes kindness, love of one another, confidence and self-esteem through the understanding that they and every person are children of God. Qualified teachers and fun curriculum are used for each session. Unity on the Eastern Shore, 22979 US-98, Fairhope, AL 36532. Unity EasternShore@gmail.com. UnityEasternShore. wixsite.com/unity. Conversations on ‘A Course in Miracles’ – noon. (Immediately following Unity’s Sunday service.) 2nd and 4th Sundays each month. Join Rev. Jack Fowler for a heart- and mind-opening discussion of these life altering concepts, which teach us to see the world through the eyes of love, instead of fear. Learn how to use the immense power of forgiveness to experience the permanent peace of God. Donations to Unity accepted. No prior experience of book necessary. Unity on the Eastern Shore, 22979 US98, Fairhope, AL. UnityEasternShore@gmail.com. UnityEasternShore.wixsite.com/unity.tuesdays. WEDNESDAYS

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FAIRHOPE UNITARIAN FELLOWSHIP

1150 Fairhope Ave., Fairhope, AL 251-929-3207 • FairhopeUU.org FairhopeUnitarianFellowship@gmail.com

Welcoming people of any age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status or cultural background. We seek truth and knowledge, care for the Earth and show kindness to others while creating an atmosphere of love.

151 S. Ann St., Mobile, AL 36604 Pastor@OpenTableUCC.org 251-333-0435 • OpenTableUCC.org

We are believers, seekers, and skeptics. We are Open Table. Worship Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Providing progressive biblical scholarship and ministries for racial reconciliation, care of creation, and LGBTQ+ support. See ad, page 11.

UNITY ON THE EASTERN SHORE

22979 US-98, Fairhope, AL 36532 UnityEasternShore@gmail.com 251-304-4715 UnityEasternShore.wixsite.com/unity

An extraordinary spiritual family honoring every religion, path and lifestyle. All are welcome to join our progressive Sunday morning service or attend one of our life-affirming classes & events. With the presence of God within each of us, we are co-creating a world that works for everyone. See ad, page 18.

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MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER, LLC

240 W. Laurel Ave., Foley, AL 251-597-8787 MindPerformanceCenter.com

Drugs are not the only answer. Our unique approach is noninvasive and has helped dementia patients that originally scored poorly on cognitive assessments restore to normal scoring on the same assessment. See ad, page 12.

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MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER, LLC

240 W. Laurel Ave., Foley, AL 251-597-8787 MindPerformanceCenter.com

We can reduce or eliminate symptoms of depression. Our treatments often deliver improvement when nothing else has. 70% of our depression patients see symptoms reduced by at least 50%. See ad, page 12.

COASTAL ALABAMA FARMERS & FISHERMENS MARKET

20733 Miflin Rd. (Co. Rd. 20), Foley, AL 251-709-4469 CoastalAlabamaMarket.com

Open year-round on Saturdays only, 9am2pm. Featuring local farms with seasonal produce, meat, eggs, honey, jellies, baked goods, seafood, hand-crafted soaps and more. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest. See ad, page 11.

NATURE NINE FARMS, LLC

Foley, AL NatureNineFarms.com

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FAIRHOPE HEALTH FOODS AND THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ

280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center 251-928-0644 • Café: 251-929-0055 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com

Comprehensive health food store and organic café serving the public for 40+ years. Extensive supplement selection: organic groceries, produce and meats; bath and body products; bulk bins; pet supplies; baby products; CBD and more. See ad, page 20.

VIRGINIA’S HEALTH FOODS AND THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ II

3055 A Dauphin St., Mobile, AL 251-479-3952 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com

Comprehensive health food store and organic café serving the public for 40+ years. Extensive supplement selection: organic groceries, produce and meats; bath and body products; bulk bins; pet supplies; baby products; CBD and more. See ad, page 20.

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Attention health conscious, men and women struggling to prioritize the things that will prolong your life—healthy meals, exercise, recovery. Health Coaches help you make changes when change is hard, in all areas of your life. I’ll take you by the hand to offer guidance + tools that work. See ad, page 8.

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620 N. McKenzie St., Ste. 200, Foley, AL 251-210-8615 AlabamaIntegrativeHealth.com

Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner Tara McLellan addresses the root cause of disease with integrative medicine—a blend of traditional western medicine and science-based functional medicine. Ask about our custom weight loss program. See ad, page 13.

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KING’S DEDICATION JEWELRY

Charlotte Stutts, Creator and Owner 404-665-6614 KingsDedication@gmail.com KingsDedication.com

We create one-of-a-kind healing jewelry with the intention to raise the vibration of humanity and the planet through healing energy exchange and healthy self-awareness.

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Offering cleansing far infrared sauna sessions followed by a hydrating collagen shower and detoxifying foot spas. Ask about package specials. See ad, page 35.

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Attention health conscious, men and women struggling to prioritize the things that will prolong your life—healthy meals, exercise, recovery. Health Coaches help you make changes when change is hard, in all areas of your life. I’ll take you by the hand to offer guidance + tools that work. See ad, page 8.

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Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach & Personal Trainer 251-504-5237 • BeHealthyAndThrive.com Kimberly@BeHealthyAndThrive.com

Holistic, Integrative Health Coach specializing in helping busy women get off the diet rollercoaster, release stubborn weight, balance hormones, gain energy and achieve the health they deserve in mind, body and spirit. Come love yourself healthy versus starve yourself thin! See ad, page 9.

MASSAGE THERAPY

ELEMENTS THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

6920 Airport Blvd., Ste. 111, Mobile, AL 251-342-6415 ElementsMassage.com/Mobile A therapeutic massage handcrafted just for you. Reduced stress, elevated mood and a strengthened immune

system are all part of experiencing a therapeutic massage The Elements Way. Schedule an appointment today. See ad, page 35. Jennifer (Adams) Killgo, LMT #3263 28170 N. Main St., Ste. C, Daphne, AL 251-616-4201 • JubileeHealingArts.com

Intuitive integrative massage techniques are used to facilitate the body into a state of healing without the “no pain no gain” mentality. Over 15 years experience in the bodywork and natural wellness field. See ad, page 29.

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NEUROFLOURISH (FAIRHOPE)

22873 US Highway 98, Ste. I-2 Fairhope, AL • 251-216-1922 NeuroFlourishLife.com

Cutting-edge treatment for ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, spectrum disorders, TBI. See ad, page 32.

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6348 Piccadilly Square Dr., AL 251-216-1922 NeuroFlourishLife.com

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WATERSONG

22873 U.S. 98, Building I, Fairhope, AL 251-277-1816 Dennis@WatersongLife.com

We All Carry Painful Emotions. Splankna is a Christian mind/body protocol for the release of stored negative emotions from trauma resulting in emotional and physical freedom. See ad, page 18.

ENERGY MODEL OF THERAPEUTIC CHANGE

Mary Beth Svatek, M.A. Certified Hypnotherapist, IMDHA 251-300-9912 • EnergyModelOfChange.com EnergyModelOfChange@gmail.com

35 years experience with anxiety, PTSD, weight loss, smoking cessation, removing blockages, regression, behavior modification, energy healing & streamlining, pain management. See ad, page 13.

PET CARE & SUPPLIES

EVERLOVED VETERINARY

Lydia M. Sullivan, DVM, CCRP, CVMA Serving Mobile and the Eastern Shore CareCoordinator@EverLovedVeterinary.com 251-229-1043 • EverLovedVeterinary.com

Providing in-home, veterinary medical acupuncture (for all ages), plus gentle care of geriatric and terminallyill pets in the comfort of your own home. Hospice and euthanasia services available. See ad, page 35.

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BISHOP PHYSICAL THERAPY

Dr. Daniel Bishop, DPT, SMT, CIDN 251-626-7778 • BishopPhysicalTherapy.com Office@BishopPhysicalTherapy.com

Our goal is to truly help patients overcome pain and conditions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We offer a unique experience by combining physical therapy, dry needling and joint alignment. See ad, page 20.

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THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ

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An organic cafe offering vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairyfree options. Open for lunch Monday-Saturday. See ad, page 20.

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