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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 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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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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Colorado Service Dog Requirements
If you have a disability, you may qualify for a service dog. Colorado law aligns with federal guidelines. These guidelines allow a person with a disability to reside, travel, and perform their activities of daily living with a service dog. Colorado also takes the extra step to protect service dogs who are still in training […]
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How to Register Your Dog as a Service Dog in Colorado
Colorado boasts one of the top national park systems in the United States. In Denver alone, 79% of its residents live within a half-mile of a park. The widespread availability of parks makes Colorado a great place to have a service dog. With all the options available for outdoor activities, getting your service dog registered […]
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Money-Saving Tips for Service Dog Owners
To raise and maintain a service dog can cost a pretty penny. According to the Freedom Service Dogs of America, the cost of a Service Dog is approximately $25,000. Forbes magazine estimates a regular dog ownership to start at $17,650 and can go as high as $93,520 depending on the breed and size of the […]
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