Service dogs are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
This law guarantees individuals with disabilities the right to be accompanied by their trained service dogs in most public places.
🐾 What the ADA Says
- Businesses must allow service dogs in all areas open to the public.
- They cannot charge fees or deposits for a service dog.
- Staff may only ask two questions:
- Is the dog a service animal required because of a disability?
- What work or task has the dog been trained to perform?
⚠️ Staff cannot ask for documentation or certification under federal law.
However, this registry helps handlers quickly show proof and reduce conflict.
🏨 Housing (Fair Housing Act)
- Landlords must provide reasonable accommodations for service animals.
- Pet fees and breed restrictions do not apply.
- Documentation may be requested in housing situations to confirm disability needs.
✈️ Air Travel (Air Carrier Access Act)
- Airlines must allow trained service dogs to fly in the cabin.
- Emotional support animals (ESAs) are no longer guaranteed access.
- Advance notice and forms may be required.
⚖️ State Laws
In addition to the ADA, many states have their own service dog laws.
To learn more about your state, visit:
❗ Important Note
This registry is a private verification tool.
It is not a government registry, and the ADA does not require any form of registration or certification.
Our goal is to reduce public conflicts and provide handlers with quick verification support.
✅ For questions, visit our Contact Page.