I haven't read the previous threads, but do know that one of my friends was able to get a letter from her doctor stating that she had anxiety and that her dog helped her not have anxiety attacks. So she got the service dog status and was able to have her dog fly with her in-cabin from California to Europe and back.
She also said that due to the American Disabilties Act that people are not allowed to ask her what "service" the dog performs, or what condition she has that warrants it. She did get a red service dog vest and ID on the internet, and has not been denied any access with her dog.
That being said, as much as I would like to take one of my dogs with me to many places, I would not seek such status, just because "I want to". If too many people abuse the system and privilege it is not going to be good. When stores, restaurants, etc. post a sign no pets allowed, I respect it. |