Service-dog rules depend on the setting. This guide summarizes key U.S. federal distinctions and is general information, not advice about a particular dispute.
USSDR
Published July 17, 2021
For ADA public access, a service animal is a dog individually trained to do disability-related work or tasks.
USSDR
Published May 17, 2021
A person's appearance, diagnosis or choice of dog is not a reliable test of service-animal status. Staff should use the rules for the actual setting.
USSDR
Published May 17, 2021
In a public setting, a service dog should be able to work with its handler while staying housebroken and under control.
Kea Grace
Published January 28, 2021
Historical 2020 plan announcement. This article does not establish a current $500 benefit or universal service-dog coverage.
Anything Pawsable Staff
Published November 13, 2019
Under ADA Titles II and III, service animals are dogs. A separate provision covers miniature horses individually trained to do work or tasks for a person with a…
Kea Grace
Published August 10, 2019
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines a Service Animal as: any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an…
USSDR
Published May 17, 2018
