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Originally Posted by jbrown132
What you are saying is not true. Try getting on a plane with a service dog without documentation, and a vest identifying the dog as a service animal. You need a letter from your doctor saying the animal is required for your wellbeing, a certificate saying the dog has received training, and a vest identifying the dog as a service animal. If you do not have these the dog is not allowed to board. Been through this many times and the doctor note is only good for one year. It should be the same requirement for bringing your dog into a grocery store.
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I don't know what special requirements the airlines have, but here is a link from the Federal Government that addresses questions about the ADA law.
Frequently Asked Questions about Service Animals and the ADA
Question 17 specifically says that there is no documentation or certification required for a service animal. It also says:
"There are individuals and organizations that sell service animal certification or registration documents online. These documents do not convey any rights under the ADA and the Department of Justice does not recognize them as proof that the dog is a service animal."