; (B) service dog candidates should have a thorough examination performed by a veterinarian; (C) examinations should include radiography of the hips and elbows as a predictor of future joint and arthritic issues, and vision and hearing tests; (D) service dogs should receive regular wellness exams and vaccinations as recommended by a veterinarian, be on year-round internal and external parasite control; and be spayed or neutered; and (E) service dog candidates should have a stable, calm temperament. (3) With respect to canine training tasks, service dogs should be able to perform a minimum of two tasks that directly relate to the veteran’s disability. (4) With respect to canine training methods and equipment— (A) service dogs should perform tasks with alacrity and show a desire to work; (B) training equipment used must be appropriate for the breed and dog, fitted, and used correctly; and (C) electronic collars are not acceptable as a humane training tool. (5) With respect to handler training— (A) handlers should be educated on the fundamentals of dog care and the humane treatment of animals, including health care, nutritious diet, regular exercise, and the absence of physical pain and stress; and (B) handlers must be educated on legal rights according to the Americans with Disabilities Act, Air Carrier Access Act, and Fair Housing Act, among others. (6) With respect to service dog assessments, service dogs and their respective veterans should be observed in action in a public settings that provide common distractions such as food, noise, crowds, and other animals. (7) With respect to the background and role of an assessor— (A) an assessor should support and coach the veteran to successfully partner with the veteran’s service dog; (B) an assessor should have a background in service dog training and evaluation and be experienced in working with persons with post-traumatic stress