Assistance dogs is the universal term that refers to dogs uniquely trained to assist individuals with disabilities to lead a more independent life, including Guide dogs for the blind and visually impaired, Hearing/Signal Dogs for the deaf and hard of hearing, and Service Dogs for those with disabilities other than vision and hearing. Additionally, Facility/Therapy Dogs work with professionals in facilities & organizations where interaction with a dog is beneficial to the healing process - each of these astonishing skill-sets is the result of lengthy, loving, & committed training. Among these three main groups, there are many distinct specialties of skill sets. Examples include Balance Dogs and Seizure Alert Dogs Additionally, there are varying types of certifications for Assistance Dogs. Although Paws with Purpose does not specialize in Hearing/Signal or Seizure Alert Dogs, many other organizations like PWP often specialize in these specific types.