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Can I Train My Own Service Dog? Tips for Dogs’ Home-Training

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Yes, you can train your service dog. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) allows individuals to train their service dogs without needing a professional trainer. Under the ADA, a service dog is defined as a dog trained to perform tasks directly related to a person’s disability. Training your service dog is a cost-effective option that…

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Service Dog Registration Lookup: How to Verify a Service Dog

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Service dogs are specially trained to perform tasks to help individuals with disabilities. Many people wonder whether service dog lookup services and registration numbers are legitimate. Some believe these tools provide an official way to verify a service dog. However, no official federal or Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-mandated registry for service dog verification exists.…

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Frontier Airlines Pet Policy: How to Fly with Your Pet

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Traveling by air can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially when your pet is coming along. With Frontier Airlines’ comprehensive pet policy, both you and your furry friend can have a comfortable and stress-free flight.  Whether it’s a quick domestic hop or a longer journey, understanding Frontier Airlines’ pet policy is essential. This guide will walk…

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How to Get Legitimate Emotional Support Animal Registration

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ESA registration involves registering your ESA in an online database/registry. With this registration, handlers get an ESA registration number. There is a misconception that ESA registration helps ESA owners exercise legal rights, including housing accommodation. ESA registration is not legally required. There is no official organization for ESA registration. Many online services and websites provide…

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Air Carrier Access Act: Guide for Traveling with a Disability

Flying with a Disability Know Your Rights Under the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA)

The Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) is a federal law that protects the rights of passengers with disabilities when flying. Enforced by the U.S. Department of Transportation, the ACAA ensures that airlines provide equal access — from mobility assistance and accessible seating to traveling with service animals. Originally passed in 1986, the law prohibits discrimination…

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Emotional Support Ferret: Can Ferrets Help With Anxiety?

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Cats and dogs are the most common types of emotional support animals. However, plenty of other (less conventional) animals also support their owners. Rabbits, birds, guinea pigs, horses, and ferrets can all be emotional support animals.  Ferrets have several traits that make them effective for animal therapy and service-related tasks. They are easygoing, attentive, and…

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