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Very informative. I am 70 now and suffering from hearing problems an x also panic attacks when i go out. So would love to know more. My dog us 9 months old poiske x with Cavashon very intelligent.
I was stop abruptly in the entryway of the Social security office in St. Cloud Mn. By the Security guard for Social Security office. This msn ran up on me startled both of my service dogs they volted and hit the floor behind me. while this man interrogated, degraded me with his 50 questions ,humiliated me in front of 30 people or more. I hate being disabled noless noless having phyical and mental disabilities from a malfunctioning medical device leaveing me with these 2 small dogs for a someone of an independent life. Then i reported him for harrassment which only escalated the issue and supervisor refuse to give a reference number to the issue or even get back to me letting me know weather the problem had ben resolve or not. She said she didn’t have to do anything about the matter cause they are run by the federal government and the rules and laws do not apply to them.
I didn’t ask to to be disabled and my heart goes out to anyone who has had to deal with rude, disrespectful and Arrogant renta a cop who has little man syndrome.
I was also interrogated at the social security office but he only asked the legal questions is she trained and what is she trained for – it was still off putting that social security is not familiar with the ADA laws
What he did was illegal regardless. Legally there are only a few specific questions they are allowed to ask you. Mainly ” what service does your dog provide” you are required to answer with a specific task. If you don’t provide that then they can assume the dog is not a service animal. If you answer properly then they can not continue to question and must assume you are legit unless dog starts acting a fool then your dog can be made to be removed.
My chihuahua knows when my anxiety gets to high before I actually realize what is wrong. She will love on me until I forget about whatever problem was. Can she be a service dog and how do I go about getting her certified!? Panic attacks in Walmart are not fun!
Please check out the ADA website for more information
It seems like when you try and find a service dog or say that is what you are looking for that is when the price goes up.. wish insurance would help.
Does it cost to get my dog certified
It is important the the dog has excellent public manners, is potty trained and under control with a calm temperament as well as in good health. The next aspect is to have the dog task trained to perform a task that mitigates your disability. An example of a task to perform for hearing loss, you could train or have the dog trained to let you know (though some kind of signal…like a nose butt to your thigh, etc.) that someone is at the door or the phone is ringing. There are many more tasks that can be taught. After you have done those things you can have the dog tested with legalk9.com. They also back you up with the necessary qualifying information to any court if needed.
Is there an age limit for the dog? My dog is 6 yrs old now. She already seems to know when I need her for my conditions and she responds to them/me. I want to train her but can’t afford to pay tons of money to do so.
There is a thing called owner training, it is where you train your dog yourself and so that way she learns her task and you dont have to pay all that money. Anyone who feels that they need to oay all that money to train there service dog has probably not done research so i feel that you didnt know. Anyways, just search up the task you want to train her with on youtuber and training by professionals videos show up.
I wish to register my companion dog, for entry, to everywhere I go
A companion or emotional support animal is not recognized by Americans with disabilities organization
No age too old as long as they can still perform every act necessary for your needs. Keep in mind that also means no accidental potty’s inside stores. And is healthy enough to perform all activities. I have a self trained service dog. It took us SIX MONTHS of daily training for him to finally be acceptable for a service dog. It’s also a good idea to get his canine citizen classes. These are relatively cheap and allows him to not make mistakes. They have to be desensitized to the public. Can’t beg for food. Can’t freak out and bark when another dog comes near them, etc etc. it sounds like a lot of work but it really isn’t. Good luck!
do the dogs have to be big i have a small dog
There is no size stated in the federal mandate as long as the dog is task trained to mitigate your disability.
How can i get my dog to be a service dog for my anxiety?
How can I buy a physically disabled person who is better get my dog more training to meet my needs?
Is it possible to adopt a service dog to meet my needs quickly. I am in a very urgent situation and require help.
I would like to certify my dog as a service dog for me.she is with me24/7 l would like to have her certify so she can go with i am73.
What is the cost to certified a dog and how long does it take.
Do service dogs fly for free ?
Having a card of letter that certifies you need a service dog does not grant you the legal right to take your dog into a restaurant or on a plane.
Your inability to enter a restaurant
or fly in a plane without assistance that a dog can provide may qualify you.
Your doctor or other medical treatment provider can assist you in determining if having a service dog will be a help to you.
Interesting
Where do I go in gainesville to get a dog certified
Please see the ADA (Americans with disabilities act) for more information
I think it’s great for me, I need support and my dog does that for me.
I have a fear towards dogs and i feel like I shouldn’t have to be put in uncomfortable situations just to appease the people who want to disrupt public places like restaurants and grocery stores, malls etc. by bringing along your furry pets. Whatever happened to human rights? Keep your animals at home please. There’s a time and a place for them. Food establishments should not be one. Not everyone is an animal lover.
I didn’t ask you to “Love my PET”, I ask you to allow me and my “MEDICALLY NEEDED” assistance who happens to be a dog go about our lives as best we can. I prefer you NOT reach out to him, he is WORKING, he may be cute to you but that isn’t his fault! If you wish you may ASK to pet him. I MAY release him from work mode and allow you to pet him, but I may not. Believe me, I would rather be able to go everywhere without my service animal. There’s a lot of extra effort required to bring him with me. I also have to ensure his needs are also met in addition to mine. This can be disruptive to any intended activities, I have to graciously accept that. I am not sitting at your table, my animal is under control. If you don’t like animals that’s fine, If you would please stay at your table and leave us alone, will do you the same favor.
Tina It is sad to hear a non-dog (or animal ) person show such disdain towards a creature that is only here to serve. Socialized pets are better behaved than people (especially children) and your “issue” is with service dogs ?? Certainly by now you have experienced that dogs in public spaces are not attaching you. Perhaps if you become a caring pet owner, you will overcome your fear of furry pets. Good Luck with your fears of furry pets.
hey do huys ahve a husky
I have severe panic attacks and have servere depression which i am medically treated for with medication and consulting my dog is registered as an emotional support animal but will love to get her bettet trained so she can be classified as service dog
Tina,
Not everyone loves being around people either especially people like yourself. People have service dogs for a reason, their right does not stop because you are scared of a dog. You missed the entire point of this article and comments, service dogs are not pets.
Well stated, Tamra.
who can certify my dog to be a service dog?
Also agree that if Tina is scared of a working service dog, maybe she should stay home instead. The animal is not harming but but helping people to have a better life.
My OPINION is that a service dog should be professional trained.