Many people are confused about the definition of service animals, therapy animals, and emotional support animals. Indeed, there are plenty of different names for these pets that help us handle life’s struggles better.

To clear up the confusion, the ADA says that therapy animals and comfort animals do not qualify as service animals. According to the ADA, therapy animals and comfort animals offer comfort and are not trained to perform specific tasks.

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

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Question: In what ways do certifications help owners of service dogs, emotional support dogs, and therapy dogs?

Answer: Many owners benefit from certifying their assistance animal in that they get to avoid uncomfortable conversations with strangers and disclose their disability. While not mandated by federal law, certifications help disabled owners feel more confident. (Please remember that certification doesn’t give your animal its status.)

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

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Question: Can a landlord require you to provide a medical note that prescribes your emotional support animal?

Answer: Yes. Housing providers can request reasonable evidence of your need for the emotional support animal. This is true regardless of your disability. In case you’re wondering what type of medical professional should create the note, the medical professional can be a general medical doctor or a specialist. However, take note that housing providers cannot ask about your specific diagnosis since this would be an invasion of your privacy rights.

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

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Question: Are Landlords Obliged to Accept Your Therapy Animal?

Answer: No. There’s a lot of misinformation when it comes to housing and assistance animals. With more request for assistance animals coming up, potential tenants and landlords should be aware of the laws. So here’s the straightforward answer: Therapy animals have no right to housing accommodations and will be treated as a normal pet. Landlords can impose restrictions it has for pets.

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

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Question: Are Service Dogs Just For Blind People?

Answer: No. Most people think that service dogs only assist blind individuals and may interchange the terms “service dogs” and “eye-seeing dogs.” Service dogs perform a variety of tasks for people with different disabilities. For example, a service dog can assist someone with PTSD by providing safety checks and interrupting self-mutilation. It can also provide hearing assistance for people with hearing impairments.

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

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Question: What places can service animals go to?

Answer: Under the ADA, service animals have access rights to parks, schools, beaches, restaurants, movie theaters, sports arenas, libraries, museums, retail stores, and other places open to the public. Locations may deny service animals only if these animals pose a threat to others by growling or attempting to bite them.

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

Purchase your copy of the book by clicking the image below.

Question: When can transit providers require passengers to purchase an extra seat for their service animals?

Answer: Transit providers should not require passengers to purchase an extra seat for their service animal unless the animal won’t fit in the immediate sitting area. For example, a Great Dane might be denied cabin space unless an additional seat is purchased.

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

Purchase your copy of the book by clicking the image below.

Question: If you have two conditions, can you keep two service animals?

Answer: Yes. You can have two service dogs. For example, if you have mobility problems and have diabetes, one service dog can be trained to offer you physical support while the other dog can be trained to detect changes in your blood sugar levels.

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

Purchase your copy of the book by clicking the image below.

Question: How do you request a letter from a medical professional who doesn’t understand disability laws?

Answer: Not all medical professionals are familiar with disability laws. Having a candid conversation about the document helps. Explain why you need the letter and how it will be used. Remember that a valid request letter comes from a licensed medical health professional.

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

Purchase your copy of the book by clicking the image below.

Question: Should airlines require documentation from travelers with service animals?

Answer: Medical letter requirements are only applicable to emotional support animals. If you have a service dog, he or she can legally accompany you during flights. While no documentation is required from service animals, airline staff may ask what they’re trained to assist their handlers with.

Do you own an assistance animal? Register your pet. 

The Service Animal Registry of California invites you to have your assistance animal registered in order to designate its status. We also encourage you to take our online classes so you can be fully aware of your rights and gain more knowledge about your support animal.

Finally, we present to you our book entitled, “ASSISTANCE ANIMAL LAWS: LEARN YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, THERAPY PETS, AND OTHER DOGS, CATS, AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS” to provide you with a complete education on assistance animals.

Purchase your copy of the book by clicking the image below.