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Originally Posted by Talk Host
I am the first one irritated when somebody highjacks a thread, but I want to jump in for a moment because somebody mentioned "service dogs." There is a new "trick" among some dog owners that is gaining popularity. They put a little cape or sign on their "regular" dog that says, "service dog" or "service dog in training" so they can take it where it isn't suppose to be. Takes a lot of nerve HUH? Okay, now back (or bark) to the "dogs at town square thread."
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I agree 100% with what you are saying. I for one have several family members whow have service dogs. My 2 cousins are totally blind and have had Guide Dogs most of their adult lives. Registered Service Dogs come from Accredited Guide Dog or Sservice Dog Schools and the Handlers have Picture Id's from their Schools certifying that the are Bona Fide Trained Canines. If you ever suspect someone is faking it just very politely start up a conversation and they will usually be very willing to tell you about the wonderfull school that there dog is from. If they are hdesitent ask to see there Photo I.D and that usually gets them a little flusterred if they are faking it. It is sad that this sort of thing happens but in to-days world nothing amazes me. If you suspect that the dog is not a Registered Service Dog then report it to the Local Authorities It usually takes only a few minutes to figure this out when talking to the person. Proffesionally Trained Service Dogs are the most wonderfull thing in this world to a person who Cannot See, Are Deaf. Or Have Seizures. 99% of people who have Service Animals are Real but you always get a few scammers out there who make it bad for everyone. I say all of this from real experience because I have been extensivley involved with Guide Dogs For The Blind for over 20 years. If you need any info please E.Mail me with any questions you may have.Thank you Please excuse my typo errors was in a hurry to get this on line