Emotional support animals don’t require the same specialized training as psychiatric service dogs, but basic behavioral training is needed and expected. Having a well-trained and well-behaved emotional support animal will prevent your landlord from having an excuse to evict your [...]
This article was last updated on August 28, 2024. Like all U.S. airlines, Alaska Airlines is legally obligated to let service dog owners bring their dogs into the cabin of the airline, free of charge. That includes service dogs for physical disabilities as well as psychiatric ser [...]
Both you and your emotional support animal (ESA) have the right to be in your building’s common areas, even if there is a no-pet policy, as long as you have an ESA letter. According to HUD, landlords have to “reasonably accommodate” ESA owners, and that means allowing them to hav [...]
Your ESA letter in Washington, D.C. provides you and your pet with more than just housing rights. Having an ESA can radically improve your mental and emotional health.
Moving homes, getting groomed, going to the vet, or traveling with your favorite pet does not have to start with a game of “cat and mouse,” where you struggle to calm your now feral feline. Keeping your cat calm when going into and being in their carrier is a matter of learning t [...]
This article was last updated on August 8, 2024. You can bring your furry friend along for your trip on Alaska Airlines either in the cabin or in baggage if you follow the steps in this guide and submit the correct paperwork ahead of time. Two types of animals can fly with Alaska [...]
A cat purring has historically been associated with thoughts of a happy, contented kitty, and there’s certainly nothing more lovely than an affectionate cat purring away on your lap. However, cats are complex creatures, and the humble purr can have more than one meaning — i [...]
It can take as little as one day or a minimum of 30 days to get an ESA letter, depending on your healthcare professional’s practices and what state you live in. Our ESA rules experts will explain how long you can expect to wait for your ESA letter in this guide. Typical Wait Time [...]
Separation anxiety for dogs is tough on both the dog and owner, but fortunately there are ways to reduce it through managing your home environment, behavioral modification strategies and supplements. The modern world is a busy one, and we all have commitments that take us away fr [...]
When you’re ready to get your ESA letter, you’ll want it to come from an experienced, trusted professional who is licensed in your state. Because if they’re not properly licensed, the letter won’t be legally binding. And be cautious of hidden fees and surprise policies; not [...]