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10 Signs That A “Service Dog” Is Actually A Fake
by Amber Kingon August 14, 2017

You’re out shopping when you turn the corner to find a cute dog browsing the merchandise. Your first instinct tells you it’s someone’s service dog, but then something doesn’t seem right. People posing their pets as fake service dogs has become a widespread problem. Real service dogs can be any breed, their owners don’t always have visible disabilities, and they’re not required to carry any kind of identifying paperwork or distinguishing badge. This makes spotting the fakes exceptionally difficult, but if the dog is showing any of these behaviors, it’s most likely an impostor.

# 1 – They’re Being Carried or Pushed in a Cart
# 2 – They’re Not on a Leash
# 3 – They’re Pulling on the Leash
# 4 – They’re Barking or Whining
# 5 – They’re Sniffing Everything
# 6 – They Have Indoor “Accidents”
# 7 – They Steal Food
# 8 – They Look Nervous
# 9 – They Seek Attention
# 10 – They’re Aggressive