Ya I do have the doctor's note. My doctor wasn't very familier about it but I talked to him and he decided to support right away. He wrote me a letter. And because he works at a specialized clinic, the letter tells my disability..which sucks but oh well.
They really gave me a hard time. i told the last person that I shouldn't have had to wait for 45 minutes to just to make sure that you guys know that I am bringing a service animal and i don't need any special arrangement. I just told them that I called sooner because it was the first time.
Because Haruka's main help for me is not emotional situation, so I don't even need a letter but because I didn't want to disclose so much about the specific tasks I told them that I also have a prescription letter. The letter only states that I am his patient and he is treating my choronic illness. It says, "it is my professiona opinion that Ms.___ should retain her dog for her physical and mental well being. Please accommodate her and her dog, as requested.
I haven't been feeling confident yet to bring Haruka to the public (except putting her in the bag) yet... I think I have a lot of shame.. I need to start practicing with her to help me in public too. I know she is well behaved.
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Originally Posted by LuvMySissy  Michiko - you have nothing to be ashamed about. I do not believe you even need to let them know you will have a service animal with you as they do not count toward the total on the plane. A service animal (including an emotional support animal) does not need to be in a carrier for take off or landing or for any part of the flight. Do not let them bully you. The only documentation you need is a letter from your doctor stating you are in treatment and the service animal is required. There is no need for a diagnosis, but it does need to be on letterhead and would probably be helpful if an office adress & phone number is included. Good luck!!! |