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Service animals are not pets. However, you should still notify the landlord from the start that you have a service animal.
Bear in mind that regulations in housing are not the same as they are for public access. Though a business cannot ask you for proof of disability or proof of training for the service animal, a landlord may. This is because the duration of the relationship between landlord and tenant is much greater than that between merchant and customer.
In a situation where the landlord has a "no pets" policy in place, you are required to submit a letter requesting a reasonable accommodation making an exception to the "no pets" rule to permit you to keep a service animal.
Access in housing is different than public access. While they could not ask for proof of training in a grocery store, they may be able to in a landlord/tenant situation. This is because the duration of the relationship between landlord and tenant is much longer than that between merchant and customer.
Here is a sample letter requesting a modification in pet policies to permit a person with a disability to have a trained service dog reside with them: http://servicedogcentral.org/content/node/285
If the dog is an emotional support animal, rather than a service animal, use this sample letter instead: http://servicedogcentral.org/content/node/215
Can a landlord restrict the size of a guide dog?
Guide dogs are usually in the 60 to 70 pound range. A 20 pound dog wouldn't be able to do the work because of the way the guide harness works in facilitating communication between handler and dog.
If you are legally blind and your dog is trained as a guide dog, then no, they cannot refuse to permit you to move it. They can, however, ask for a letter from your doctor explaining you are legally blind and that you use a trained guide dog. They may be able to ask for some proof of training of the guide dog but that point is not clear at this time. Yes.
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Can service dog remain with hospitalized owner?
yes because they can provide service :)
What are my rights if a dog attacks my dog on a public right of way?
you can sue/charge the other owner for vet bills and damages
If a dog enters a yard and is beaten what rights does the dog have?
Depending on where you live and what your local animal ordinances are possibly not a whole lot. Many communities place the burden of animal safety on the owner meaning if you are the owner of the dog it would be your responsibility to make sure the dog was safe and kept on your property.
What should you do or not do when you meet a person with a service dog?
Do not speak to the dog. Speak to the person instead. First and foremost, do not distract the dog by petting it, calling to it, meowing or barking at it, or offering it food. The person's health and safety may depend on the dog's ability to concentrate so distracting the dog may result in injury to the person. You may ASK to pet the dog, but be respectful if the owner says "no." Some service dog owner's will permit petting after they have removed the dog's gear. Others will not. It depends on how the dog was trained, whether the owner has time, and whether the dog is needed to remain on task at the time you ask. It is natural to be curious about the service dog. It is okay to ask about the dog, but be respectful if the owner appears busy or in a hurry or simply doesn't feel comfortable talking with strangers. Some owners will enjoy talking about their special helper and educating the public about service dogs, but not all will. It is kind to offer a bowl of water if the dog appears thirsty. However, most service dog owners will not permit their dog to accept treats or food. This is partly due to not wanting to break down the dog's training, and partly because there are, unfortunately, people in this world who will attempt to poison working dogs like service dogs by feeding them poisoned treats.
Can a service dog live outside?
Service dogs were trained to live inside with the person they are performing the service for. If they are outside then they are not living up to their purpose which the taxpayer (or generous charitable donators) paid to have them trained to do. Service dogs also cannot give their services if they aren't with their owner. If the owner is blind or deaf, they may not be able to sense when it is raining, snowing or stormy, putting the dog at risk of death. If the individual is not happy with having a service dog living with them, give the dog back to the authority which provided it so someone else may benefit from it. If that's the case, the individual will have to get a live-in human carer to replace the dog.
What does dog you out mean?
When the owner say "Dog you out" they want the dog to go outside, or out of the room that they are not supose to be in or the owner is in there and does not want the dog in that room. That is why the owner or someone will say "Dog you out"
Can you sue someones dog?
The dog owner is responsible for his dog so you can sue the owner
What is the Dog owner's liability act?
The Dog Owner's Liability Act makes the owner of a dog responsible for the dog's actions. If a dog bites someone, for example, the owner is responsible in some cases for the medical bills of the injured person.
Where do guide dogs and service animals go if their owner is put in jail?
Probably back to the organization where he/she came from. Some prisons allow a service dog to come with the person.
Can you sue someone?
The dog owner is responsible for his dog so you can sue the owner
Who has to register their dog?
The owner of the dog.
Can service dogs be trained while living with the future owner patient?
A disabled person may train their own service dog. But check your state laws first. Not all states allow public access with a service dog in training and some only allow if you are with a professional service dog program. The ADA does not cover service dogs in training. It is suggested that all service dogs be trained to the standards of Assistance Dogs International (ADI)
