When I thought it couldn't get worse
 

I live in a really nice mobile home park. I own my home and rent the lot. I've been here 22 years. It was -37* yesterday morning and I had a pipe burst. I had no option but to call the park owners to turn off the water. It was then that they told me that I signed an agreement to not have animals. I don't remember it. Lots of people up here have pets so I'm clueless.

I have a 15 year old high functioning autistic son. I got Lola for him as he has a service dog at school. He feeds her, takes her out, helps with grooming etc. It teaches him responsibility. Not to mention it forces interaction. We all know the therapeutic value of a pet. He just adores her.

His teacher and behavior specialist have both contacted my landlord and asked them to reconsider. For now I can keep her but I have to show proof of license, spay. shots, insurance, all kinds of stuff. I can keep her pending them contacting their attorney regarding liability issues. Ridiculous. It's not like she's a rotty/pitbull. She goes out for less than a minute to do her business. SHE'S AN INSIDE DOG!! So...for now we're safe. I just need to ride it out and see how it plays out. Keep us in your prayers!
Sheila

That is terrible, i am so sorry they are doing this to you and your little boy AND Lola :( after u being there all that time you would think they would over look it. I hope everything works out ok and your little girl is safe. I will pray that they over look this and understand that Lola is a help for your son and your family, good luck hun <3 xxx

Sorry for your trouble. It sounds unreasonable if you own your own home. I hope you get a satisfactory resolution soon.:shocked7q

Good luck. I don't see why there's a problem.

If she is used as a therapy pup then she isnt really a pet right? I mean there shouldn't be a problem. he couldn't tell a blind person they can't have a seeing eye dog.

booo!!!
i'm sorry this happened hopefully it'll all blow over!

lots of hugs from canada!

You have had a heck of a week! I hope things start getting better for you

I think that is absolutely terrible. :mad: How can they possibly think a little Yorkie who is helping your son in a wonderful way be of some threat:confused:!!!! You own your home so you should be able to a pet. I pray that everything will come out on top for you and your son and also for Lola.
Keep all of us updated on the outcome.

Mom of Lily:aimeeyork & Dahlia:aimeeyork

No lie there!!! Glad to see you were able to thaw your pipes:thumbup: Christian and Lola have had their baths. I've taken a looong shower. I'll now relax and pretend the last 2 days never happened.

Hmmmm I wonder if a white russian is on my diet???? I think I'll consider it a snack

:lol tears

Have you talked to any of the other pet owners to see if they have those rules as well? Sounds odd to me that it wasn't till your pipes broke that they are all up in arms.

Precisely! My neighbor has 3 cats. She's terrified that she'll be next. She doesn't recall signing anything either but who knows??!!

:thumbdown :thumbdown :thumbdown Please do not judge other dogs based on their breed. My parents have two Rottweilers -- they are absolutely wonderful dogs. I believe it is all in the owner, not the dog!! :mad:

I hope you get your situation sorted out, good luck.

Oh please, I'm not doing that at all. My sister owns a rotty. However, they are a breed that is on most insurance company's no no lists. Didn't mean to offend. That was my only point.

Thanks for the clear-up! I just always hear people talking badly about them

That seems to be unfair! you own your own place,that shouldnt be a problem...however I do know some girl that owns a mobile home park and she does not allow outside dogs...Uh some people... hope everything turns out okay...I think I would re-read everything... best of luck

You are certainly in a fix. I agree with you that if the dog is a service dog for your son you should be allowed to keep it.

Good luck to you. I hope you are able to keep your dog.

My understanding is that a service dog is allowed anywhere whether it's a store, your home or wherever. I would certainly look into what the laws are and call them on the carpet. Not to mention that if there are other people with pets why would yours be an issue?

Can you get him to be a service dog and then you can have the dog anywhere, good luck

I was going to say the same thing! If she is a service dog they can't say anything. That is how it is here, in shopping areas, food places, anywhere pets aren't allowed, if the dog has a service id thing then the people can't complain about it.

If she isn't an actual service dog, then could you get a dr. to give a written statement that the dog helps him?

Hi there !
You and i have A couple of things in common. My son is also 15 yrs old and has high functioning autism. I know how you feel .
I am also disabled too. I was able to obtain my Suzi as a service animal by getting a doctor to write a letter, stating that a service animal would be benificial.
Be sure the Doctor writes , Service Dog in the letter though. It has to say that in order to meet the law's regulations. It is a request for resonable accomadation . People with disabilites can request this and the law allows service animals in no pets places. As long as it does not require the owners to change the struture of the place of insurance pre. to go up, then they have to make reasonable accomadations for the disabled.
Suzi is the best service animal for my son and I ! We are very happy with her and feel lucky to have her a part of our lives. I wish you and your son all the best! :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

Sheila - I'm so glad you're getting good advice :). After we PMd, I was thinking about the service animal dealio - here is a link that outlines some info about service animals:

http://www.ada.gov/svcabrs3.pdf

I would think, given your situation, that you should be able to keep your baby. :)