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Can Dogs Eat Chocolate?
No, dogs should absolutely never eat chocolate, as it is highly toxic to them! We know it can be tempting to share your chocolate treats with those puppy dog eyes staring at you, but this is one human food that should never, ever make it into your pup’s tummy. Why is chocolate so dangerous for […]
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How Dogs Can Smell Anxiety and Stress
Did you know that some service dogs alert their handlers to rising anxiety, sometimes before they even fully notice it themselves? It’s not magic, though it might seem like it. It’s actually an incredible combination of your dog’s amazing nose and your body’s chemical response to stress. Dogs can be trained to detect stress signals […]
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Can You Bring a Service Dog to the Mall?
Shopping can be challenging for people with disabilities, but service dogs make it easier. If you have a service dog or want to understand their rights, this guide will help you navigate mall visits with confidence. What makes a dog a service animal? Not every dog is a service animal. Under the law, a service […]
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Do I need to give landlord others documents after I show him service dog ID ?
Landlords cannot request or require documentation.
I’m from New York State.I have an emotional support dog which I left with a boyfriend while I went to work.When I went to pick up my dog he didn’t answer the door.I guess he decided he was my exboyfriend and refuses to give my dog back.I called the police and was told possession is 9/10 th of the law.I guess I’m confused because I have all the paper work and he is registered as an emotional support dog to me,so as a person with emotional issues do I have any right?
I have heart flutters and a murmur, which act up when I get over active or over tired, Casper will jump up on my lap and lean his body against me and not allow me up until my heart calms down
I need a ESA but I would also like him to be a therapy dog for the elderly in nursing homes. Can a dog be both?
Yes, your dog can help you as an ESA and then your dog can also work as a Therapy Dog. You may find these two articles helpful on the subject –
https://www.servicedogcertifications.org/how-to-certify-a-therapy-dog/
https://www.servicedogcertifications.org/how-to-qualify-for-an-emotional-support-animal/
Can I take my dog to any AirBNB like I could to any hotel?
Yes, it is a violation of both Airbnb and ADA regulations. Even if the Airbnb owner has a no pet or dog policy.
I am looking to adopt a dog and was wondering if someone can refer me to who I would contact to find a dog fit for my needs, and help financially to pay for a certified seizure alert dog. Help?
If I get a puppy to have as my ESA and / or service dog, would it be best to get the ESA certification before the service dog certification? I’m unclear as to timing on these? I have AutoImmune and would like to have my dog with me at all times, even on planes (Do you know if a 40 lb. can ride with me in the cabin without having to purchase another seat?)
An ESA and a service dog fulfill different purposes and are not part of the same process. The ESA simply helps reduce symptoms of the disability with their presence and only has limited access rights. Service dogs are trained to fulfill specific tasks the owner cannot do in times of need. An ESA requires a letter from a licensed mental health professional, while service dogs are for individuals who need a dog that performs tasks related to their physical or mental disability. As for the weight and size of the dog on airplanes, you may consult with the airline prior to booking for their rules on traveling with assistance animals. You may find this article on the difference between ESA’s and service dogs interesting https://www.servicedogcertifications.org/is-an-emotional-support-animal-same-as-a-service-dog/
Our cats would alert us to an oncoming seizure, and keep us from dissociating, does this count as a service for our handicap?
Unfortunately cats cannot qualify as service animals, under ADA rules only dogs are allowed to serve as service animals.
there is no license or certification for a service dog needed or required by the federal law under the ADA.Gov website. Anyone telling you other wise is a liar and trying to get money from you for a fraudulent document. If anyone asks for you to provide said documents they don’t know what the laws are and need to be educated.
That is correct, you do not need any type of documentation, including a certification or license, to prove that you own a valid service dog.
There is a ‘service dog’ living in a senior building who displays aggressive behaviour by lunging at people and other pets, barking, snarling and has even pushed a 88 year old woman up against wall due to his advancing in her direction. Terrified of dog. Owner insists dog won’t do harm and lets him off leash whenever she takes the notion. Also owner has bad knees and dog has pulled her on her face at least once to my knowledge. Management fails to pursue issue due to service animal requirements and we are basically paying rent to remain on constant alert when leaving units, common areas or exit doors. Help!!! Where do we turn
An assistance animal that is acting aggressively towards others can be denied accommodation in housing. A service dog must be under the control of its handler at all times. It is up to your building management to intervene if the situation is creating a safety hazard for other tenants.
I totally agree and i have Multiple Sclerosis. My dog helps with balance walking problems. Their are two gentlemen in my apartment complex that go out of their way to provoke her to the point she thinks they are coming at me. She has lunged at them and did not bite them but they antagonize her every time they both see me outside or in the hall way. One of the gentleman yell at her and throws his hand at her or stomps at her , but she gets very upset at them. Its only these two people that shows acts of aggression. One other lady in our complex does not show agression but does tell her Standard Poodle to watch my dog. Bottom line is there rights to protect my dog from people just starting trouble.