With the rapid eradication of negative mental health stigma through widespread education and information, numerous strategies to improve mental wellness have surfaced to popularity. One of them is the use of emotional support animals.

But with this new approach to fighting against anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other mental problems, the debate of whether to allow emotional support animals in apartments and planes has gotten even more confusing.

The true questions must be asked: When can an ESA be allowed and what rights does a person in need of their pet’s presence have in case of a dispute. For starters, if a person has an adverse effect after being separated from their pet, a decision can be made to allow an ESA to board a plane or live in a rental with a no-pets policy.

The latter can be negotiated with the landlord. If there is discrimination leading to the decision of banning an ESA and its owner, a human rights complaint can be filed under the Canada Human Rights Act.

As a smart tip, it’s best to train an ESA into a psychiatric service dog for those who truly need animal-assisted support. It’s even better to discourage others from labeling their pets with “emotional support” for the purpose of being able to take their pet anywhere they desire.

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