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January 24, 2023 34 mins

What exactly are service dogs, their roles and the laws surrounding them. Many misconceptions exist and we’re here to clear them up.

Lydia Holen, a local certified service dog trainer, hops on this episode with Heather to cover the topic.

Service dogs serve a valuable purpose for those with a wide range of disabilities, allowing them to live with a degree of independence. Service dogs are trained to handle specific tasks based on the needs of their handler.

How do service dogs differ from therapy dogs.

Oh, and they explain the fallacy of “registering” your service dog.

And what rights do businesses have in questioning your need for a service dog? Businesses do in fact have a right to ask certain questions.

ADA FAQ: https://www.ada.gov/resources/service-animals-faqs/#top
All states service dog laws cheat sheet: https://www.animallaw.info/topic/table-state-assistance-animal-laws
WI state legislature: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/106/iii/52/1/fm

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