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U.S. News – Quotes SDC on how landlords are allowed to verify service dogs.
American Kennel Club – Cites SDC article when writing about how each airline has its own rules regarding service dogs.
WebMD – Lists SDC as a source pertaining to how a mental illness may or may not qualify you for a psychiatric service dog.
Texas Health and Human Services Gov – Cites SDC article when writing about how the ADA defines service dogs and what qualifies.
Texas Humane Network – Cites SDC article when writing about key differences between ESAs and service animals.
FindLaw – Cites SDC article when writing about a case involving a condo owner refusing access to a service animal.
SlipperyRock University – Cites SDC article when writing about rules surrounding service animals in training.
NYC Gov – Refers veterans to SDC article to learn the steps to adopt a service dog.

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To be considered a Service Dog, a dog must be individually trained to perform a job or task relating to your disability. Be aware that there is no official organization that sets training standards in the U.S. You are not required to work with a trainer – the ADA allows handlers to train their dogs on their own.

– ServiceDogCertifications.org “Service Dog Requirements”

The VA has developed a program to provide qualified veterans with service dogs. Upon diagnosis of either a physical or mental disability, a veteran can apply to have a service dog that will be covered under veteran benefits.

– ServiceDogCertifications.org “Steps for Veterans to Get a Service Dog”

Under U.S. service dog laws, you cannot qualify for a service dog just by obtaining a certification. Certifications are obtained by service dog owners as an optional step for personal convenience, but they are not mandatory. Thus, while service dog certifications can be beneficial, a third party cannot insist on seeing a certificate in lieu of proper verification procedures.

– ServiceDogCertifications.org “How to Certify a Service Dog”

You are not required to register your service dog but many handlers choose to do so for certain benefits. Most handlers prefer having identifiers like a service dog identification card, tags, or vests to clearly signal their dog is an assistance animal to avoid unnecessary confrontations.

– ServiceDogCertifications.org “How Can I Make My Dog a Registered Service Dog?”

Psychiatric service dogs are trained to do work that allows people with psychiatric disabilities to function in everyday life.

– ServiceDogCertifications.org “Psychiatric Service Dog”

If your current therapist or doctor agrees you have a condition that qualifies for an emotional support animal, they may write you an ESA letter. The ESA letter will be signed and dated on the professional’s letterhead and contain a ‘prescription’ (more accurately, a recommendation) for an emotional support animal.

– ServiceDogCertifications.org “How to get an Emotional Support Dog Letter”

Under the ADA, the hotel cannot charge an extra fee for the service animal as they would a client with a pet. This also means you and your dog will be allowed in public areas of the hotel, as well as to a room and floors not normally designated for people traveling with pets.

– ServiceDogCertifications.org “Service Dog Rules for Staying in Hotels”

Under the DOT’s new rules, an airline cannot prohibit a service dog solely because it is a certain breed. The DOT recognizes that all types of dogs can serve as effective service dogs and disallows airlines from stereotyping certain breeds.

– ServiceDogCertifications.org “Flying With a Service Dog”

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