What is cheapest way to get dog certified service dog?

In the U.S. to have and use a service dog, the person must meet the legal definition of "disabled" as set forth by the U.S. Department of Justice contained in the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act.

No legal determination of disability = no service dog.

Simply having a "disorder" does not mean one is disabled. Having a medical problem or condition does not mean one is disabled. Having depression does not mean one is disabled. Having severe anxiety and agoraphobia does not mean one is disabled. "Lack of social skills" does not qualify as a disability. Because one has had anxiety and panic attacks does not mean they are disabled. Being "impaired" is not the same as being disabled. Having a doctor give one a "diagnosis" is not the same as being disabled. Being too lazy to properly monitor ones blood glucose and insulin levels or choosing not to take prescribed medication properly is not a disability.

The person MUST meet the ADA legal definition of disabled. A simple "doctor’s note" or a mere diagnosis of a condition is not legal proof of a disability. Neither is being a recipient of SSI, SSDI or the use of any other definition. The only definition of "disabled" which matters for service dog use is the USDOJ definition.

Then the dog must be individually trained in work or tasks which directly mitigate the effects of the qualifying disability (the dog must do something that the person is unable to do for themselves because of their disability).The simple presence of the animal is not a legal task or work under the law.

Because one is more comfortable with the dog around is not a legal task or work under the law. "Feeling better" because the dog is there does not qualify as a task or work under the law. "Helping me stay calm in the stores and other places" is not a legal task or work under the law. "Because he gets me out of the house" is not a legal task or work under the law. "I don't panic as much when the dog is with me" is not a legal task or work under the law. "She also seems to act weird before I begin to feel bad or have any episodes" is not a trained work or task under the law. "When I am near him and when I can hug him I feel almost whole" is not a legal task or work under the law. The dog must actually be trained to do something you cannot do for yourself, which is related to your qualifying disability. The dog must also be trained to behave properly when in the public venue, and be under the handlers control at all times. The work or task MUST be related to the qualifying disability.

It does not matter that YOU think your little pet is "the best mentally for me" or that YOU think "she is the perfect dog". What matters is whether or not you meet the legal definition of "disabled" AND that the dog has been trained to do something you cannot do for yourself.

No legal determination of disability = no service dog.

No training in being able to do something you cannot = no service dog.

There is also no 'national registry' from which one can have their dog 'certified' from, as every registry currently available is nothing but a scam and a fraud intended to separate stupid people from their money. All the businesses which claim to be able to 'certify' peoples pets as 'service dogs' have no legal value.

Being disabled alone doesn't qualify you for a service dog. The dog has to be trained to perform a task or duty that mitigates your disability. If a dog cannot assist you then you do not qualify. "I feel better when my dog is around" does not count either. There is no "certification either. If you need a service dog, your Dr can direct you to a facility that trains service dogs, and they can match you up with a trained animal at little to no cost. If you don't qualify you cant get a service dog.

A service dog is highly trained to assist and perform duties for you that you are unable to perform yourself because of your disability.

Having a pet dog that makes you happy is not the purpose of a service dog.

If you have a serious mental condition that requires a dog you can get a letter from your doctor saying you need her for emotional support. This will not give you free rein to take her into stores or other public places that are normally off limits to pet dogs. There is an exception though for flying, and Emotional Support dogs are usually able to fly with you in the airplane's cabin.

Any "certification" registration or license that you buy online to make your dog a Service dog is a piece of trash. They're worthless.

Just because you're disabled, doesn't automatically mean you qualify for a Service dog.

You need to do a lot more research.

Http://www.servicedogcentral.org

Oh, and by the way, if you think its OK to bring your little dog around and just say its a Service dog, or to slap a Service dog vest on it when either you aren't qualified to have one or she's not properly trained, that's called FEDERAL FRAUD, punishable by high fines, jail time and confiscation of your beloved perfect pet - FOREVER.

You cannot get a service dog unless you have satisfied a legal requirements to qualify as a disabled.

your dog can't be a service dog, its far too small and you sound like one of those people who want to haul their untrained dog around and lie about it being a service dog. Under federal law a service dog must be able to do things you can't, a small dog like that can't do anything for you. At best its an ESA and those are not covered under federal law at all so you can't haul it around in public or have in places that won't allow dogs

If you were disabled then you would have a real service dog from a service dog school but you clearly aren't

you should take the dog to regular dog training classes to sharpen his basic skills. dog training classes usually involve advanced dog training after you've graduated from the basics. it also depends on what kind of disablility your dad has. my mother is disabled and we've already trained two of our dogs to help her when she needs it. service dogs should be extremely socialized. they should be able to walk perfect on a leash, not get distracted easily, and must always be kept up on training. dogs do forget so you must continually train the dog even after classes. if you want to ask anything else you can always email me.

I wanted to ask the same question but after reading some of your comments, I think I will pass. What horrible people some of you are. This lady was asking a simple question. Most of you probably have animals because humans probably don't like you. Seriously some of you sound like you need a service animal to help with anger. Get a life !!

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Find what motivates your dog. Some dogs do anything for food. Some dogs do anything for Toys. Some do anything for a good petting. Some do anything for only one type of food, like cheese, or hotdog. Some only have interest in training for 5 minutes at a time, and others can go for an hour. Figure out what your dog is willing to work for, and then work with her in sessions that are no longer than she can tolerate. Learn how to train your dog properly http://onlinedogtraining.enle.info/?u3l9

Sign up for a dog obedience training class. It will not train your dog. It will give you training on how you can train your dog. Most people understand the idea of training, but there is a right and a wrong way to do it, and there is good and bad technique. Timing and consistency is very important, and it helps to have feedback of someone watching you who can help you improve your technique to get more efficient results with your dog.

However, she may be somewhat anxious around other dogs, sort of like the shy kid on the playground. She will benefit from continuing what you are doing as far as asking her to sit before entering, but there are more things along those lines that will help her to calmly go in and out of the dog park. She may also benefit from going in short bursts, or only when fewer dogs are present, or avoiding times when other dogs that make her nervous are present. Maybe she just plays loud - my brother's dog is this way - or maybe she is a dogpark bully - sorry it is possible. But more likely she is just a little anxious around new dogs and she wants to play but just doesn't quite know how to do that and still feel comfortable. Don't be surprised if your dog does not actually like the dog park, and maybe she would get more enjoyment and less stress out of simply going for a good walk somewhere else.

A wagging tail does not mean that your dog is happy or even comfortable with the situation. It means your dog is emotionally aroused. This could be a happy arousal, or it could be a nervous arousal, or it could be an aggressive arousal. Go youtube it, there are plenty of videos of 'vicious' dogs who are throwing a very aggressive fit of barking and snarling while their tail is wagging vigorously. Even police dogs who are not let off the leash to chase down a suspect can be lunging and barking and snarling, and their tails are still going.