Service Dog and ESA Laws

Why We Created This Training:

With the rise in popularity of Emotional Support Animals (ESAs), many people are confused about the laws and etiquette surrounding therapy dogs, ESAs, service dogs, and other working animals. Often, service dog trainers and handlers encounter situations where they are wrongly denied entry to public places or asked for “documentation” or “licensing” of their service dogs. This confusion can lead to violations of state and federal laws, resulting in serious consequences for individuals and businesses:

  • Complaints and Lawsuits
  • Fines and Penalties
  • Public Image and Reputation

As experienced service dog trainers and evaluators, we have developed an educational session designed for self-training individuals, businesses, governmental agencies, Airbnb hosts, and landlords. This session aims to clarify these laws and best practices, ensuring compliance and fostering a more inclusive environment. Contact us today to arrange a training session for your team!

Our training is designed to be accessible and informative, helping participants understand their legal responsibilities and the importance of accommodating service animals and ESAs. By promoting proper education, we aim to reduce misunderstandings and support the rights of individuals with disabilities.

Topics Covered:

 

  • Compare and differentiate between therapy dogs, service dogs, emotional support animals, and other working dogs

  • ESA and service dog legal definition and training requirements

  • State and Federal legal protections and governing entities
  • Documentation, certification, and proper classification
  • Public access rights and business-owner etiquette

 

Book Us Today!​

We will walk through real-life scenarios, and customize the training to your industry and group. We will also provide you with additional resources you can refer to for specific situations. We're committed to providing accessible services for individuals with disabilities, so please contact us to request accommodation. We offer in-person sessions to clients throughout Utah, and we alternatively offer online sessions to clients across United States.

Interested As An Individual?

If we have enough interest, we’d be happy to set up this class in a group setting and have it open to members of the public.