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5 Unusual Ways That Dogs Help Humans

How do dogs help humans? With their incredible sense of smell, intelligence and eagerness to please — dogs are perfectly suited for some unlikely but useful jobs.

By Allison Futterman
Aug 3, 2023 6:00 PM
 Leonberger dog pulling a drowning person to the shore
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We know that in addition to making great companions, dogs assist people in various ways. Herding, bomb/drug detection and working as service dogs are just a few examples. Dogs provide helpful assistance you may not know about in several other ways. 

How Do Dogs Help Humans?

With an innate ability to adapt and learn, dogs have taken on diverse tasks that range from safeguarding our lives on beaches to alerting us to impending health crises. These extraordinary canines have not only secured a special place in our hearts but have also become invaluable allies in enhancing human safety and quality of life.

1. Detection Dogs

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