The Difference Between “Service” and “Support” Animals

We’ve all seen the stories about the emotional support peacocks and little fluffy emotional support purse sized dogs but are there any actual regulations when it comes to service animals? Indeed there are and, like most encounters with the public, the first person to say they know the law is usually wrong.

This week we find out because Justin (the one who isn’t retired) had a call with a very angry person who was convinced any animal can be a service animal if you want them to be. And while your hosts are the first to acknowledge the therapeutic benefits of having a furry friend to talk to, they are also the first to remind you that therapy dogs are not service animals, no matter what tag or harness you find online.

This week we cover:

• Jason’s new Amazon ordering hobby
• What the ADA has to say about service animals
• How Justin sat and watched a movie with a patient
• Why calling animal control isn’t always the best solution

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