"Creature Comforts"

I think that the author did a great job of making the argument that there may be an array of animals that can be sound for servicing those individuals in need of help due to disability. Animals are often not given the credit they deserve and many have traits that are above the level of humans. Dogs for instance have an acute sense of smell that is often used in a variety of roles that humans are unable to, such as sniffing out drugs or bombs carried in luggage at an airport. If dogs can be trained to do these sorts of tasks I think that animals of other kinds could also play a key role in aiding their owners in staying safe in their day to day life. I especially liked the story of the chimpanzee that could fetch sugar if its owner was having a hypoglycemic episode, because of diabetes. This just goes to show that there are other animals that can provide services and can be trained to do the unique tasks that are required by each individual.

I also agree with the fact that service animals should be certified. This could help make sure that you are matching up the right service animal and person. There may be some that are not familiar with how much these animals do for those in need and if they took the time to find out their views may change. Individuals with service animals not only see them as helpers, but also have a role in the emotional well being of the person.