Service Dogs and Emotional Support Animals

Service Dogs and Emotional Support Animals both provide important roles in assisting people who suffer from physical or emotional disabilities. However, they are not interchangeable terms. The articles and websites below further define and explain the roles of Service Dogs and Emotional Support Animals, and the protections under the law.

ADA’s Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Service Dogs:
https://www.ada.gov/regs2010/service_animal_qa.html
AKC Difference between Service Dogs, Emotional Support Dogs and Therapy Dogs:
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/service-emotional-support-ptsd-therapy-difference/
ADA National Network Guide to Service Dogs and Emotional Support Animals:
https://adata.org/publication/service-animals-booklet
American Disability Rights - Service Dogs and Emotional Support Animals:
https://americandisabilityrights.org/

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