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Old 12-06-2022, 07:38 AM
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Originally Posted by Dilligas View Post
You can require the service dog credentials, not just take their word. Service pets must go through extensive training.
I would suggest reading the Federal ADA (Americans with Disabilities) law. You cannot ask for credentials, and the owner can do his/her own training. No extensive or third party training is required. You can only ask two questions:

1. Is the dog a service animal required because of a disability?
2. What work or task has the dog been trained to perform?

If you ask any other questions, you could be violating the Federal law.