Service and emotional support animals

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Having a support animal can be a gateway to independence. Although they are a big responsibility, animals can provide wonderful emotional support during times of change.

Service Dogs and Emotional Support Animal Toolkit: What you need to know to make a decision about getting or training a Service Dog or Emotional Support Animal. July 2024
Animales de servicio y apoyo para niños/as y jóvenes con necesidades de salud especiales caja de herramientas para familias

Information about service animals.

Best Mobility Aids Guides: How to Get a Service Dog

Guide Dogs for the Blind, self-screening: Am I Ready for a Guide Dog?

Americans with Disabilities Act: Section on Service Animals.

When considering an emotional support animal, be aware that:

Emotional support animals may be exempt from landlord rules about pet deposits, size or breed limits, or increased rent unless they damage the property. Read here for information about laws that apply to fair housing, service dogs,emotional support animals and disabilities. Some Emotional support animals can fly with you but you must let the airline know at least 48 hours in advance and there are special conditions for flying with an emotional support animal. These regulations change so make sure to check the regulations for your airline before booking a flight.

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