A young businessman interacting with his service dog in place of employment at the office table.

Can an Employer Deny a Service Dog? Your Legal Rights

Service dogs are an essential part of life for many people living with disabilities. These dogs are highly trained animals that perform tasks to help their handlers in carrying out daily activities more safely and independently. As service dogs become increasingly common in society, questions arise about their role in the workplace. One of these […]

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Penalty for Refusing a Service Dog: All You Need to Know

Service dogs are vital companions for many Americans with disabilities, helping with tasks ranging from guiding the visually impaired to alerting those with seizures. Federal law protects the rights of individuals who rely on these animals, ensuring they have access to public spaces and services.  Refusing service to a person with a service dog is […]

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A woman caresses a pet parakeet bird that is sitting on her shoulder, while wondering, can a bird be a service animal?

Can a Bird Be a Service Animal? Your Answers

A service animal is a type of working animal that has been specially trained to perform tasks that mitigate disability-related symptoms. Their life-changing support allows their handler to lead a more independent and fulfilling life. For many, a service animal also offers immeasurable reassurance, comfort, and a sense of security. If you’re considering adopting a […]

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How Many Emotional Support Animals Can I Have? Your Guide

Emotional support animals (ESAs) play a crucial role in helping individuals manage mental health conditions by offering comfort and companionship.  If you rely on ESAs or are considering getting one, you might have Googled, “How many emotional support animals can I have?” more than once. Unfortunately, this question doesn’t have a simple one-size-fits-all answer. While […]

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A Pet Carrier and More: Items to Buy When You Adopt Your Dog

When you adopt a new dog, you might immediately start thinking about all of the items you need to keep your dog happy and healthy. There are many different options for dog items on the market today, and it’s easy to be completely overwhelmed and confused by the different dog products that might be advertised […]

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Are Dogs Allowed in Disney Springs?

Disney Springs is a popular destination for anyone visiting Orlando, Florida. Whether you’re visiting Walt Disney World Resort and adding Disney Springs to your itinerary or taking a trip to this entertainment destination, knowing pet policies is critical for those traveling with their dogs. In this article, we’ll review Disney Springs’ pet policies to determine […]

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Real Service Dog Vest vs Fake: How to Spot Fakes

Service dogs are given public access rights by the federal government. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), service dogs enjoy the benefit of accompanying their handler in public spaces. Therefore, a service dog can legally enter any place the handler is allowed, even if there’s a no-pet policy in place. However, numerous businesses have […]

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Comfort Dog Training: What to Know

Comfort dog training is training that helps your dog become a therapy dog, providing you or others with comfort, companionship, and therapy dog assistance. If you are interested in training your dog to be a comfort dog, or you want to train a dog to act as a therapy dog for others, you may be […]

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