Global brands back benefits of highly-trained assistance dogs
August 3, 2026
03 August 2026 — Some of the biggest names in global travel and transport are backing a new campaign promoting high training and welfare standards for assistance dogs. The #BetterTogether campaign from Assistance Dogs International (ADI) highlights the benefits of well-trained assistance dogs for both service providers and customers. TheSix reasons why we are all #BetterTogether with ADI-certified assistance dogs
July 31, 2026
For 40 years, Assistance Dogs International (ADI) has been the global leader in setting the highest training, ethical and welfare standards for assistance dogs. Our international network ensures that members, assistance dog teams, service providers, supporters, volunteers, businesses and communities are #BetterTogether, creating a world of greater#BetterTogether campaign
July 20, 2026
20 July 2026 — A new campaign to promote high training and welfare standards for assistance dogs aims to highlight their benefits for disabled people, businesses, the public — and the dogs themselves. The #BetterTogether campaign — which launches during the upcoming International Assistance Dog Week (IADW) — features disabled peopleAssistance Dogs International Welcomes US Government Lawsuit Against Uber
September 22, 2025
Assistance Dogs International welcomes US government lawsuit against Uber September 22 2025 — Assistance Dogs International (ADI) has welcomed a US Department of Justice lawsuit against ride share company Uber over alleged discrimination against passengers with assistance dogs. The Department’s complaint alleges that Uber drivers routinelyAssistance Dogs International announces expanded Oceania and Asia Region
September 22, 2025
Assistance Dogs International announces expanded Oceania and Asia Region September 22 2025 — Assistance Dogs International (ADI), the world’s leading standards-setter and accreditation body for training assistance dogs, is excited to announce expanded regional support for assistance dog organizations across Asia, Australia and New Zealand.New joint digital ID card tackles growing challenges for guide and assistance dog users worldwide
September 8, 2025
New joint digital ID card tackles growing challenges for guide and assistance dog users worldwide. September 8 2025 — The two leading organizations representing assistance dog and guide dog teams worldwide have agreed to adopt a common digital ID card to provide modern technology, improve identification, and combat fraud for the graduates, staff andAssistance Dogs International Appoints David Locklin as New Executive Director
August 18, 2025
Maumee, OH – August 15, 2025 — Assistance Dogs International (ADI), the leading global authority in the assistance dog industry, is proud to announce the appointment of David Locklin as its new Executive Director. Locklin brings more than 25 years of experience in the assistance dog field, with a distinguished career spanning both the United‘Refused, driven away from and almost run over’: assistance dog handlers share everyday experiences of exclusion, discrimination and humiliation
June 3, 2025
June 2 2025 — An alarming new global survey reveals widespread challenges for handlers and their assistance dogs accessing public spaces, despite many countries having laws to protect their rights. Assistance dog handlers report discrimination, humiliation and exclusion from public transport, restaurants and medical facilities. The Paws For AccessItems 1-8 of 44