Can I Claim My Cat as a Service Cat for Anxiety?
Table of Contents Can Cats Be Service Animals? If you’re considering a service cat to help manage anxiety, it’s important to understand the distinctions between service animals, emotional support animals (ESAs), and therapy animals. While cats cannot be designated as service animals under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), they can serve as emotional support […]
How Do I Get an Emotional Support Dog? A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re wondering, “How do I get an emotional support dog?”, the process is straightforward. To qualify for an emotional support animal (ESA), you must have a mental or emotional condition that benefits from animal companionship. The key step is obtaining an ESA letter from a doctor or other licensed mental health professional (LMHP), including […]
The New Uber Service Animal Feature: A Step Forward for Accessibility
At American Service Pets, we know how frustrating it can be to face discrimination or logistical challenges when traveling with a service animal. When you rely on a Psychiatric Service Animal (PSA), getting from point A to point B shouldn’t be a hassle. Fortunately, Uber has taken a major step forward to improve the experience […]
Are Dogs Allowed In Home Depot? (2025 Home Depot Pet Policy)
If you’ve ever wondered, “Can dogs go in Home Depot?”, the short answer is generally yes! However, there may be some things to keep in mind, which is why we’ve got the scoop on everything you need to know about bringing your furry friend along for your next shopping trip to one of America’s favorite home improvement […]
Understanding the Fair Housing Act and Emotional Support Animals
The Fair Housing Act (FHA), initially passed in 1968 and expanded in later years, offering significant protections against housing discrimination in the United States. One lesser-known but increasingly relevant aspect of the FHA relates to Emotional Support Animals (ESAs). As more individuals recognize the mental health benefits of these animals, understanding how the Fair Housing […]
The Healing Power of an Emotional Comfort Animal
In a world where stress, anxiety, and depression are increasingly common, emotional comfort animals (also known as emotional support animals or ESAs) have become a valuable ally for mental health. Emotional comfort animals are more than just pets; they offer therapeutic benefits that promote emotional stability, reduce feelings of loneliness, and improve overall quality of […]
Are ESAs Allowed in Walmart? Breaking Down the Retail Giant’s Pet Policy
Walmart, a staple in American retail, has a clear yet nuanced policy regarding the presence of animals in its stores. Officially, Walmart only permits service animals, which are specially trained to perform tasks for individuals with disabilities. These animals are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), granting them the right to accompany their […]
National Service Dog Month: Understanding PSAs and Their Mental Health Benefits
When you think of service animals, you may think of dogs that help people with physical disabilities, such as seeing eye dogs, or dogs that help people who are wheelchair bound. But service animals can also aid people with physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other mental disabilities. These Psychiatric Service Animals play a crucial role […]
French Bulldog as a Service Dog: Finding the Ideal Companion
French Bulldogs, affectionately known as “Frenchies,” are renowned for their distinctive appearance, featuring batlike ears and a compact, muscular build. Beyond their charming looks, these dogs possess qualities that make them exceptional service animals. Let’s explore why people are increasingly choosing the French Bulldog as a service dog, along with covering the numerous benefits they […]
Ask ASP: Can a Bird Be a Service Animal?
We talk a lot about furry friends as Emotional Support Animals and Psychiatric Service Animals, but what if you are someone who has a feathered friend? If you’ve ever wondered, “Can a bird be a service animal?”, we’ve got the answer for you. Table of Contents Defining a Service Animal As we mentioned in our […]
