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The writing team at Service Dog Certifications is made up of folks who really know their stuff when it comes to disability laws and assistance animals. Many of our writers and editors have service dogs themselves and share insights from their own experiences. All of us have a passion for disability rights and animals. While we offer products and services for purchase, our main goal in our publications is to spread unbiased and accurate knowledge about service dog rights. We pride ourselves on promoting responsible service dog ownership and setting the facts straight on myths that persist in the world of service dogs. We advocate for all service dog handlers and provide educational material to help you advocate for yourself and your service dog.

Articles By: Service Dog Certifications

A service dog can be taken to school and help the owner get to their graduation

Can a Service Dog be Taken to School?

A disability doesn’t end at the doors of a school. For the most part, a school may be where a child or young adult learns to navigate the world with their disability. Because service dogs are part of how a person manages their disability, a service dog must be involved in a child or young […]

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How to Register a Service Dog in Florida

How to Register Your Dog as a Service Dog in Florida

Service dogs are a necessity for many people with physical and mental health disabilities. Florida recognizes this reality and provides legal protections and rights for service dog handlers.   Service dogs in the Sunshine State have the right to enter public areas normally closed off to animals and are allowed to be kept in Florida homes […]

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Service dog in apartment

Can a Landlord Charge a Pet Fee or Security Deposit for a Service Animal?

The Federal Fair Housing Act prohibits landlords from discriminating based on disability. Housing providers can never charge a fee or deposit just because a tenant needs a service dog. Seeking a Home with a Service Animal Imagine the following scenario: A tenant is accepted in a rental building and discloses that she has a service […]

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