I know folks who have gone through the training and gotten a true service dog! These dogs are remarkable and well trained (even to the point of going to the bathroom). Not ALL of the dogs in the program graduate. They have to bond properly with their humans and both learn how to work together.
I also know some folks who have procurred their vest and "paperwork" via the internet. These aren't true service dogs!!!!! Their animals behaviors don't indicate the good training a 'service dog' requires!! I think it's unfortunate that some folks think it's a good idea to do this. Yes, dogs and other pets do serve a purpose of companionship but that's NOT the same as what a service animal does.
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