Blues City Service Dogs

11/10/2025

Pet obedience group classes went on during the chilly weather yesterday.

11/09/2025

Community education is an important part of our trainers' jobs.

Business are permitted to ask two questions when a service dog or service miniature horse come into their establishment:

1.) Is that a service animal required because of a disability?

2.) What tasks is the animal trained to perform to assist with handler's disability?

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A local handler repeatedly had been illegally removed from TOUS les JOURS, Memphis. on multiple occasions. After many frustrated attempts, they reached out for help in educating the business. Upon entry, we were immediately asked to remove the dogs, the two legal questions not being asked. A concerned member of the public stepped in to explain to the employee that what she was doing was illegal and only then did she get a manager. After an education session with the manager, all five teams enjoyed lunch and a training session inside.

If a service animal team has attempted to educate a business and the business continues to illegally deny the team, the incidents can be reported to The United States Department of Justice. Businesses not following the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) can face legal issues and fees.

11/09/2025

Declan and Ragnar squeezed in a training session at Shelby Farms yesterday working on paws up, off, place, down, stay, leave it, and switching positions.
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If you would like to sponsor a Thanksgiving Kong (Meal) for one of our pups, please consider donating off our Amazon Wishlist.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3C8EMU3Q86C15?ref_=wl_share

11/07/2025

In the aftermath of an intense mud play session, we provide frozen enrichment. You can rest assured that these tired puppies all received badly needed baths.

11/05/2025

Are your dogs ready for this holiday season? Are their manners towards guests up to par? Can they be trusted in the kitchen around food on the counters and tables? Join us for Holiday Manners Obedience Classes on November 15th and November 19th.

Cost: $30/class - Pre-registration is required to participate.

Email us at BluesCityServiceDogs@gmail.com

Discounts are available for newly adopted dogs (adoption paperwork required), shelter dogs, and rescue dogs.

11/03/2025

🌎 November is National Diabetes Month 💙

Here’s something close to my heart — Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) facts everyone should know 👇

💉 Type 1 Diabetes is an autoimmune disease.
It’s not caused by sugar or lifestyle. The immune system attacks the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas.

🥗 People with T1D rely on insulin to live.
There’s no cure (yet!), and insulin isn’t optional — it’s life support.

📱 Technology saves lives.
Many people with T1D wear devices like a Dexcom continuous glucose monitor and an insulin pump (like our family’s Tandem Mobi) to help manage blood sugars 24/7.

🌙 It’s a 24-hour job.
T1D doesn’t take a break — not for sleep, not for vacations, not for growing up. Families and individuals constantly monitor, count carbs, and make life-saving decisions every single day.

💙 Awareness matters.
The more people understand T1D, the better support and empathy our community receives.

If you know someone living with Type 1 Diabetes — take a second to tell them you see them, you support them, and you’re cheering them on. 🩵

10/31/2025

10/30/2025

Our program is in need 2-3 kennels in sizes 42" or 48" for some of our larger dogs or puppies growing out of smaller kennels.

On our Amazon Wishlist below, we have provided a variety to help with pricing and preference variations. Some include used options or coupons to help bring the price down more. We are always appreciative to those who can help in any way.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1C5GBL9Y4X88D?ref_=wl_share

Video Description: Training does not always need to be structured or taught by a human. Fish Stick taught herself to go under the wheelchair. Trainer Alex is simply reinforcing the behavior through fun. This helps boost the dog's confidence and reminds them that what they do is fun.

10/29/2025

We had the privilege of conducting temperament testing on this charming girl today. Her name is Rosie and has some big paws to fill in becoming an autism service dog.

10/28/2025

Freebie Friday Obedience Class

Date: November 21st
Cost: Free (Donations will be accepted)
Where: Shelby Farms Dog Park, Raleigh Lagrange Rd, Memphis, TN 38134
Time: 1pm - 2:30pm

SPOTS ARE LIMITED. PLEASE RESERVE YOUR SPACE AHEAD OF TIME.