Working Like Dogs · October 26, 2026 · 32 min
Working Like Dogs - Episode 214 Paws for Change: How ECAD Is Transforming Lives and Taking a Stand Against Fake Service Dogs
Get ready for an inspiring episode of Working Like Dogs! Fenway and I sit down with two powerhouse guests from ECAD, Lu Pichard and Olivia Streaman, for a conversation packed with heart, hope, and a whole lot of tail wags. Lu takes us inside ECAD's remarkable work training and placing service dogs with people with disabilities, from children as young as two with autism to veterans living with PTSD. You'll hear how these extraordinary dogs open doors to independence, confidence, and connection for the families and heroes they serve. Olivia shares the groundbreaking legislation ECAD is championing in Connecticut to crack down on fake service dogs, an issue that affects every legitimate service dog team out there. Want to be part of the change? Olivia invites you to add your voice by signing ECAD's petition at https://petition.ecad1.org. Grab your leash, cue up this episode, and discover why ECAD is leading the pack! EPISODE NOTES: Paws for Change: How ECAD Is Transforming Lives and Taking a Stand Against Fake Service Dogs Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/working-like-dogs-service-dogs-and-working-dogs-pet-life-radio-original--6668004/support .