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Can a Primary Care Doctor Write an ESA Letter?
Your family doctor, also called a primary care physician (PCP), can write a letter recommending an emotional support animal. We’ll explain what legally gives them that ability and explore what better options might be available for you. Why are Physicians Able to Write an ESA Letter? To turn your pet into an emotional support animal, […]
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I have a new apartment manager who is trying to make me get rid of my two emotional support dogs or she is going to evict me. I have a letter from Esa my primary care doctor and my psychiatrist, but she is saying that had will not accept this, even though we have had the letters since last April and everything was OK. Please help me. I am 75 years old, I have bipolar, anxiety, depression, and I need both my dogs.
If your landlord is denying your ESA, they must give you a valid reason for doing so under HUD’s guidelines. Valid exemptions include if the ESA poses a safety or health threat to others, or if it has caused significant property damage.
Do ESA’s need to be licensed. I am asking about a neighborhood Pitbull in a senior park. Thank you.
ESAs do not require a special license. You need a letter from a licensed healthcare professional. Please see this article for more details: https://www.servicedogcertifications.org/how-to-get-an-emotional-support-dog-letter/
I have a visual impaitment ( though I have sight am considered legally bling) could I get my elkhound certifiied Just recently got him as a puppy
Your dog would need to be trained to perform a task or job relating to your visual impairment (which must also be considered a disability). If and when you are able to fully train your dog, we can help you with service dog accessories like certificates here: https://www.servicedogcertifications.org/service-dog-id/
How much does this cost?
Please see this post for more information: https://www.servicedogcertifications.org/how-to-get-an-emotional-support-dog-letter/
. I ..am a Senior who was thru doctor I have PTSD. I have had a Support Dog for 13 yrs Jasper died about 3 months . I miss him so much he gave me so much love.I Have been living in a Hud Apartment that excepts small dogs that are house trained. Please help me find a good Dog .Thanks
So sorry to hear about Jasper. A dog’s love is hard to replace. You may want to contact local animal shelters to see if they have any dogs for adoption. This article may have some information on how to adopt a new emotional support animal: https://esadoctors.com/how-to-get-an-esa-dog/ Hope you’ll find a new friend soon!
I was wondering does ADHD diagnosis qualify you as well
Yes, it’s possible, but it’s up to the licensed healthcare professional to determine whether you qualify or not.