Service animals have been trained to perform specific tasks that assist people with disabilities. Dogs are the most common service animals, assisting people in many different ways since at least 1927. Both the U.S. Department of Justice and states have laws based on the ADA pertaining to the rights of people that require the support of a service dog.
Many people with disabilities use a service animal in order to fully participate in everyday life. This publication provides guidance on the ADA provisions.
Helping Hands Monkey Helpers is a non-profit organization that helps adults with a spinal cord injury live more independent and engaged lives.
Canine Companions for Independence® is a non-profit that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs.
Canines With a Cause trains shelter dogs to heal emotional and psychological wounds, provide unconditional love and support for Veterans.
Service Dogs for America facilitates specialized training, education, and placement of service dogs to individuals with a disability.
This publication provides guidance on the term “service animal” and the service animal provisions in Department of Justice Regulations.