Get an ESA Letter in South Dakota

Get an ESA Letter
in South Dakota

Live with your animal in no-pet buildings anywhere in the Mount Rushmore State without pet fees, size or breed limits.

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  1. Step 1 - Questionnaire

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Benefits of Your ESA Letter

Proven results, 100% online:

  • Live with your ESA in no-pet buildings (including houses and condos)
  • Freedom from pet fees and deposits (including application fees)
  • Exemption from breed and weight restrictions (including German Shepherds)
  • Protection in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, and anywhere else in the state

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Why People Trust ESA Doctors

From the Black Hills’ pine forests to the wide-open prairies of the Great Plains, pet parents in the Mount Rushmore State rely on ESA Doctors for ESA letters to protect their housing rights.

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ESA Laws in South Dakota

Fair Housing Act

In South Dakota, the Fair Housing Act means landlords must allow emotional support animals. They can’t ask for extra pet fees, deposits, or rent. The law also makes sure breed and weight limits don’t apply, and no-pet rules can’t stop ESA owners from getting housing.

What Makes Your ESA Letter Legit

In the state of South Dakota, ESA letters must:

  • State you have a mental-health issue
  • State that you qualify for an ESA
  • Not reveal your specific diagnosis
  • Be signed and dated by a South Dakota-licensed professional
  • Include the provider’s license details and issue date

Legit ESA Letter

Valid South Dakota boards that issue licenses include (but are not limited to):

  • Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners
  • Board of Examiners for Counselors and Marriage & Family Therapists
  • Board of Social Work Examiners

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Get Your ESA Letter with ESA Doctors

Serving South Dakota residents for over a decade, our licensed professionals from Aberdeen Falls to Sioux Falls and anywhere in between craft ESA documentation that meets housing requirements with precision. ESA Doctors has a 99% success rate in letter acceptance, so you can be confident in your ESA letter’s reliability and legal standing. Should your landlord raise any concerns, you’ll get our team’s expert support every step of the way.

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FAQ About ESAs 
in South Dakota

FAQ about ESAs for veterans

1) Can emotional support animals help during blizzards?

Yes, ESAs can ease isolation during South Dakota’s severe winter blizzards, which can shut down rural areas. The CDC recommends backup heat and supplies. Your ESA’s housing rights ensure they stay with you to combat loneliness. Contact our SD licensed mental health professionals for guidance.

2) The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally overwhelms me. Will an ESA help?

Yes, an ESA can reduce crowd anxiety, but the Rally only allows service animals in its main venues. Verify pet policies with local lodging if attending. A psychiatric service dog (PSD) could help in such chaotic settings.

3) Can I bring an ESA to Mount Rushmore?

No, Mount Rushmore National Memorial only permits service animals due to its historic significance and crowded visitor areas. ESAs are not allowed on the grounds. Learn more about PSDs here.

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