Most pet owners who consider labeling their dog as a service animal are not acting out of bad intent. They want to stay together, reduce stress, or make travel easier. Airline rules can feel confusing, and social media often makes service dog travel look simple.But claiming a pet as a service dog when they are not fully trained has real consequence...
By Blake Woody, CEO & Founder of Certify Canine Air travel with service dogs has evolved in recent years, bringing clearer rules, tighter regulations, and, thankfully, more support for legitimate service dog teams. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or prepping for your first flight with your dog, understanding what's required by the Department...
by Steven L May, CVJ, VRCE We want to thank our friend, Steven L May, CVJ, VRCE for writing this incredible article about service dogs.We appreciate him and his work in our industry. Having a Disability Service Working Canine (DSWC), distinct from Emotional Service Dogs (ESDs), can profoundly impact one's emotional, psychological, and mental well-b...
Sailing with a service animal. Please notify us before your voyage of your request to sail with a trained service animal such as a seeing eye dog or hearing assistance dog. Emotional support animals are not recognized by the United States Department of Justice as service animals and therefore are not permitted to sail on Cunard vessels. All request...
Accessible Travel Service Service Animals Service animals are animals that are trained to perform a specific task for the benefit of a person with a disability, and are permitted in all areas where passengers are allowed. Amtrak personnel may ask what task(s) the service animal performs. Carry-on pet guidelines are for animals for which...
There are several bus companies that travel all over the United States.But there is only one Greyhound Bus! Years ago, families depended on a Greyhound busto take them coast to coast on vacation andthat same dependability is still true today. Greyhound buses are a great form of travel, but if you are a family looking to travel with your pet, Greyho...
This regulation from the Department of Transportation (DOT) came down in December 2020 and continues too today. But it is still something that many don't know, and we want to be sure you understand the rules of what you can and cannot do. This new rule allows the airlines to distinguish between a service dog and emotional support animal as well as ...
