Developmental Disability in Healthcare-Module 6: Service Animals

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Module 6, "Service Animal 101," covers the basics of service animals in the U.S. Only dogs and sometimes miniature horses qualify as service animals. They are allowed in all public spaces unless safety is compromised. Key questions to confirm a service animal's status include asking if it is a service animal and what tasks it's trained to perform, without inquiring about the handler's disability. No certification, training, or specific gear is required. Emotional support animals don't have the same legal protections. Access can be denied if safety is threatened, and additional resources are provided for more information.

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In this module, you will learn the basics about service animals and their protections within the United States.

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service animals

legal protections

public spaces

emotional support animals

safety regulations