PSD Psychiatric Service Dog?

[romeos mommy]

Originally Posted by michiko

Mine probably won't say psychiatric service dog... I think the doctor just said that "service dog" because Haruka will be supporting me with my chronic illness as well... I think people don't need to tell people what disabilities.. then they don't need to know if it was physical or emotional disabilities. I am planning to print out ADA guideline..

we are trained to ask what "service" the dog provides. if it only for panic attacks the dog is refused.

i think it is awful.

[michiko]

Originally Posted by romeos mommy

we are trained to ask what "service" the dog provides. if it only for panic attacks the dog is refused.

i think it is awful.

NJ is one of the state that we visits most.... we need to stay away at their public transportation eh? I was diagnosed as Axis III: Medical conditions on DSM-IV. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). But it was because of my chronic illness.. and my illness has symptoms that Haruka hopefully can continue helping me...

[majic50]

I was, actually, under the impression that it is against a persons rights to ask what their disability is. My understanding is that a generic letter from a medical doctor stating that you have a condition in which you needed a service animal was all that was required.

I think some people may feel embarrassed to have to broadcast their diagnosis to strangers.

Of course the dog would have to be trained. And I think it is required that they be trained to do an actual task if they are a PSD.

It is also my understanding that, in Michigan, at least, an emotional support dog and a psychiatric service dog are two different things and that emotional support dogs don't have to be admitted to the same places that PSDs do. So, make sure that your doctor writes the correct information in the letter.

I am thinking of having Casear trained to be a PSD. His trainer that did the CGC and therapy dog training also does service dog training.

[majic50]

Here is one link and a paragraph from the page.

What Makes an Animal More Than Just a Pet? Service Animal Information for People with Disabilities.

The Psychiatric Service Dog Society advises anyone obtaining a PSD should get a letter from their doctor. Their advice probably holds true for all service animal owners, especially those living with other types invisible disabilities. "This letter should be kept on file, in case you end up in court regarding your service dog, need to request ‘reasonable accommodation’ in the workplace, or a waiver of the ‘no pets’ rule at your apartment complex, etc." (PSDS, FAQ). However, they advise against using this letter to gain access to public places, because business owners should not be mislead into believing such proof is required.

[romeos mommy]

Originally Posted by majic50

I was, actually, under the impression that it is against a persons rights to ask what their disability is. My understanding is that a generic letter from a medical doctor stating that you have a condition in which you needed a service animal was all that was required.

I think some people may feel embarrassed to have to broadcast their diagnosis to strangers.

Of course the dog would have to be trained. And I think it is required that they be trained to do an actual task if they are a PSD.

It is also my understanding that, in Michigan, at least, an emotional support dog and a psychiatric service dog are two different things and that emotional support dogs don't have to be admitted to the same places that PSDs do. So, make sure that your doctor writes the correct information in the letter.

I am thinking of having Casear trained to be a PSD. His trainer that did the CGC and therapy dog training also does service dog training.

it's not legal to ask about a specific disability , but they can ask "what service does the dog provide". i know this for sure.