In this episode, our host Heather explores what it really takes to get and train a service dog, how they differ from emotional support and therapy animals, and the harm caused by fake service dogs. Learn what the law says, how to protect access rights, and why service dogs are more than just pets.

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Helpful Resources:

1. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – Service Animal FAQs

https://www.ada.gov/resources/service-animals-faqs/

2. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) – Assistance Animals in Housing

https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/fair_housing_equal_opp/assistance_animals

3. U.S. Department of Transportation – Service Animal Final Rule (Air Travel)

https://www.transportation.gov/individuals/aviation-consumer-protection/service-animals-final-rule

4. Pet Partners – What Is a Therapy Animal?

https://petpartners.org/volunteer/therapy-animal-program/what-is-a-therapy-animal/

5. Alliance of Therapy Dogs – Therapy Dog Info

https://www.therapydogs.com/

6. Psychology Today – The Differences Between Therapy Animals and Emotional Support Animals

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-human-equation/201906/the-difference-between-service-emotional-support-and-therapy

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