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Service Dog for Anxiety – Everything You Need to Know
Service Dogs are used for various purposes, ranging from guiding individuals with visual impairments to notifying those with medical disorders of impending episodes. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Service Dogs can also be used by people with mental health illnesses, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, and anxiety. These Service Dogs […]
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What Are The Best Service Dog Breeds For Seniors?
Many seniors find Service Dogs helpful in maintaining their independence while dealing with mobility challenges. Fortunately, Service Dogs are able to travel with their owners wherever they go. In order to certify your dog as a service dog, you will need to train the animal to provide a task to help with your disability. Although […]
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Service Dog Rights
1. Service Dogs have special public access rights under federal law Service dog owners have special rights under both federal and state laws. The Americans with Disabilities Act, commonly known as the “ADA,” is the primary federal law protecting owners of service dogs in all 50 states. Under the ADA, service dog owners have the […]
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Steps for Veterans to Get a Service Dog
Unfortunately, many veterans suffer from a variety of disabilities after returning to civilian life. The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) has reported that approximately 30% of veterans experience symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder from experiencing war and/or assault. Other veterans may have sustained an injury during their time in the military, or experience vision or […]
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Service Dog ID Card
Having a Service Dog ID card can be the single most useful tool you have, aside from your actual Service Dog. Service Dogs are granted public access rights so you may encounter more hostility and confusion than Emotional Support Animals or Therapy Animals since their presence is often expected. Benefits of having a Service Dog […]
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Landlord Rights for Emotional Support Animals
According to the NAMI, an estimate of 61.5 million Americans (or 1 in 4) suffer from a mental or emotional disability. For this reason, the use of Emotional Support Animals (ESA) is becoming more prevalent, and many mental health professionals are recommending animals and writing prescriptions as a therapy tool. As a landlord or property […]
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