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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I would like to add that service dogs are not required to have tags or vests. You also can't always tell legitimate service dogs from "just" pets. There are many disabilities that aren't outwardly obvious. [/quote]

"Emotional comfort dogs" are not service dogs, and people with legitimate medical needs requiring a service animal know to make sure their dogs are properly identified. They are highly trained and extremely well behaved - it's absolutely outwardly obvious.

If you're bringing your dog everywhere as a security blanket, it's time to stop. [/quote]

Again, there are many reasons someone might greatly benefit from having a service dog that aren't outwardly obvious. For example, PTSD, seizure detection, heart problems, etc. And people are not required to identify their service dogs in any way. Furthermore, these dogs often look like mutts from the pound because a lot of times they are -- which is a good thing! So, yes, people abuse the system. But not everyone. And you just can't always tell. Obviously if a dog is making a mess or being aggressive, it shouldn't be in a business. But otherwise you just don't know. [/quote]

Here are the guidelines and regulations about service dogs.   https://www.ada.gov/regs2010/service_animal_qa.html

However, I think it is fairly obvious most of the time when someone is just brining their precious Fifi along because they think they are above the rules, mostly due to the fact that Fifi is a teacup whatever and only weights 3 lbs.  My dog weighs 98lbs and is well behaved, but very intimidating in appearance--I'm sure people would say something to me if I rolled into Starbucks with her.  (Not that I can carry her.....)  It's just obnoxious.

But note that ESA are not covered, and have no rights.  Keep your dogs at home or outside.  Follow the rules just like everyone else.[/quote]

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