[Salamander]

http://www.tsk9u.com/SoldierDogsforIndependence.htm

http://soldiersbestfriend.org/

http://www.freedomservicedogs.org/

http://www.wnyc.org/articles/wnyc-news/2012/sep/25/mans-best-friend-helps-soldiers-battlefield-and-home/

http://ecad1.org/ProjectHeal/Home.htm

http://servicedogsforindependence.com/

http://www.armytimes.com/news/2012/05/ap-service-dogs-help-soldiers-battling-ptsd-052712/

http://www.chicagonow.com/steve-dales-pet-world/2012/10/any-doubt-service-dogs-make-a-difference-for-ptsd-veterans-ask-this-soldier/

Still think so?

[jiggyboy]

Those are all informative links, and the programs all look excellent. But they are well-trained dogs who help people with real injuries. I doubt that either of those descriptions apply here.

[IYAS9YAS]

Still think so?

In these situations, the dogs do a great service to folks who really need them. I think the comment upthread was poking fun at the celebutard who needs an "emotional support" pet. What in the hell has she been through that she needs the emotional support of some pampered pet?

[Gene Eric]

I understand and agree with your point, Salamander. My issue is with the typical abuse of protocols and processes by undeserving, supercilious opportunists.