Service dogs can go almost anywhere their handler goes, but there are  specific situations where a business may legally deny entry or ask a team to leave. Understanding the difference between a true service dog, an emotional support animal (ESA), and a pet protects both businesses and handlers. It also prevents uncomfortable situations that could easily be avoided with the right information. What Is a Service Dog? Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a service dog

Service dogs are becoming more visible, but visibility doesn’t always equal understanding. While most interactions come from curiosity or good intentions, there are many things service dog handlers wish the public knew, not to criticize, but to make daily life a little easier. Here are some of the biggest ones. 1. Distracting a Service Dog Can Be Dangerous, Not Just Rude Whistling, making kissy noises, gesturing, calling the dog’s name, or petting a service dog without permis

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When you picture service dogs, what comes to mind? You might envision cute pups in vests helping their owners. While that image is partly...