The Short Answer: Absolutely. As medical doctors specializing in mental health, psychiatrists are well-equipped to assess the benefits an emotional support animal (ESA) can bring to a patient. The key is finding one that understands the ESA process. Qualifications of a Psyc [...]
You may be aware that emotional support animals help people with depression. But can someone diagnosed with depression also be eligible for a service dog? The answer is yes. Depression can be considered a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Depression can [...]
Music City, a.k.a. Nashville, Tennessee, is the place for music and dog lovers. If you've got a song in your heart for dogs, Nashville is the place for you. The city has so many dog-friendly sites that it has an official web page dedicated to pet-friendly areas. Music City even h [...]
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is a mental health condition that can develop in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. According to the National Center for PTSD, about 7–8% of the US population will experience PTSD at some point in their lives.  [...]
The Windy City offers a slew of pet-friendly options for urban dwellers with furry friends. Take food trucks, for instance. Chicago has a gourmet food truck just for pups! Called Fido-to-Go, this food truck is a local favorite and includes gourmet treats like frozen yogurt and gl [...]
A Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD) is a type of assistance dog that helps people manage mental health conditions by performing trained tasks. PSDs have full public access rights under federal and state laws, including entry to restaurants, stores, housing, and airplanes. After readi [...]
The short answer: You can inform your landlord you want to live with an emotional support animal by giving them an ESA letter. You do not need to submit any other forms, though you can send the ESA letter together with a simple cover message if you wish. If you’re comfortable wit [...]
Short answer: In most cases, a landlord cannot deny an emotional support animal (ESA) over concern about allergies. The landlord must prove that the ESA poses a direct threat to the health of others and also consider steps to reduce the potential harm. Why it’s usually not [...]
Mysterious and historic, Louisiana is more than a fascinating state to live in for people – but it’s also an excellent state for animals. The state’s two largest cities, Baton Rouge and New Orleans, are on WalletHub’s “Most Pet-Friendly Cities” in America. For instanc [...]
Residents of the Cowboy State know that Wyoming is enjoyed best when you’re in the great outdoors. Wyoming has some of the most beautiful national parks in the U.S. Furthermore, Wyoming residents love to experience the state’s landscape with their animals. Approximately 78% of th [...]