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Contrary to popular belief, some landlords ARE exempt from the regulations of the Fair Housing Amendments Act. The exceptions include (a) buildings with four or fewer units where the landlord lives in one of the units, and (b) private owners who do not own more than three single family houses, do not use real estate brokers or agents, and do not use discriminatory advertisements. The FHAA also does not apply to publicly owned (government owned) housing or to section 8 housing. Other laws, such as Section 508 of the Rehab Act and Title II of the ADA may apply in some cases. Consult a qualified attorney to learn which laws if any apply in your specific situation.
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What are Wisconsin dog laws?
IF your referring to Service Animal Laws in Wisconsin they are the same as federal laws regarding the same matter, but they must also have a a special harness or vest in wisconsin indcating they are a service dog.
Is there a law against renting to a tenant with a pitbull dog?
The laws against renting to a tenant with a pitbull dog vary greatly depending upon location. Some cities classify pitbull dogs as a dangerous breed and extra steps must be taken to own them.
How can I find service dog laws for a specific state?
I've attached links to sites that have collections of state laws regarding service dogs to the bottom of this answer.
Can service dogs be trained while living with the future owner patient?
A disabled person may train their own service dog. But check your state laws first. Not all states allow public access with a service dog in training and some only allow if you are with a professional service dog program. The ADA does not cover service dogs in training. It is suggested that all service dogs be trained to the standards of Assistance Dogs International (ADI)
Do the regulations that apply to service animals also apply to young service dogs in training?
Do Service animals in Training have the same access rights as fully trained Service Dogs?It depends on which state you are in. The Americans with Disabilities Act, defines Service Dog, and discusses what access rights a Service Dog has--but is silent about Service Dogs in Training. Therefore, you will have to find your State laws which would define Service Dogs.It is often hard to find those laws--because Service Dogs/in Training are often referred to in a term other than Service Dog/in Training. Also, state law portals can change. One site which attempts to keep up-to-date on Service Dog laws is here:http://www.psychdog.org/lifestyle_statelaws.htmlI would suggest that you read the laws for yourself--to see what the state law really says. There are sites (and booklets), which purport to cover each states law--but sometimes, those sites and booklets, leave out important information which is stated in the law.Also, know that a Service Dog is a Service Dog is a Service Dog--it does NOT matter what your disability is--according to the ADA--A Service Animal is any animal individually trained to do work OR perform tasks for a person with a disability... [emphasis mine--possibly paraphrased].
Is undisabled person with service dog are allowed in restaurant to eat?
No! If the person is not disabled then the dog is not a service dog, it is a pet!Some states do allow service dog trainers to take dogs in training out in public places for training purposes.Not all disabilities are visible and the handler may not look disabled. A place of public accommodation may ask two questions:Is this a service dog?How is this service dog trained to assist you with your disability?
What is the fastest way to receive a service dog?
Getting a service dog is not a fast process. Some schools have a waiting list 5 years long. Be very thorough on your application and do lots of research first. However, a disabled person may train their own service dog. But check your state laws first. Not all states allow public access with a service dog in training and some only allow if you are with a professional service dog program. The ADA does not cover service dogs in training. It is suggested that all service dogs be trained to standards of Assistance Dogs International (ADI).
What website can you go to about info for renting a dog?
www.kijiji.com
Can you ask someone if their dog is a service animal?
A business may ask someone entering with a dog 2 questions. 1. Is this a service dog? If they say no, then out they go! If they say yes, then question 2 is: How is this dog trained to assist you? Answers such as "I have a letter for him", "You can't ask that" "He protects me" or "She comforts me are unacceptable. You may not ask to see any sort of paperwork, ask what the person's disability is, ask them to demonstrate their dog's tasks. These are the laws for fully-trained service dogs. State laws regarding service dogs in training vary by state and are not covered by the ADA. (*EDIT BY MEMBER RW*) From the 2011 ADA service animal revision, word for word When it is not obvious what service an animal provides, only limited inquiries are allowed. Staff may ask two questions: (1) is the dog a service animal required because of a disability, and (2) what work or task has the dog been trained to perform. Staff cannot ask about the person's disability, require medical documentation, require a special identification card or training documentation for the dog, or ask that the dog demonstrate its ability to perform the work or task.
Can condo bylaws prevent a service dog from living unit with owner. The condo assoc is stating that the service dog exceeds weight limit of by laws. The service dog is owned by a person not disabled?
Your resolution lies with the board. Service dogs may be covered in the By-laws or in the declaration. Certainly, the 'house rules' govern service dogs. If there is no document that covers service dogs, and the animal's behaviour is not a threat to the community, and the board wants to accommodate the dog, it may remain. A resolution detailing the conditions for the animal's residence with a board vote is in order. Weight limits for dogs protect the community and the owner, who must potentially carry the dog out in the case of an emergency. What approvals were given when the service dog became a member of the household? What permissions, proofs and requirements were established? In order to evict the dog, the board must prove that the dog's residency violates the 'rules' and that there has been no accommodation given for the animal.
What is an aide dog?
An aide dog is an alternative term for a service dog, a dog such as a seeing-eye dog or a hearing-ear dog who helps a person who has a physical disability.
How do you train a dog into a guard dog?
It is not possible for a dog to be a service dog if it has not been trained to perform specific tasks to assist a person with a disability. In order to be considered a service dog, the animal must be trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of a person with a disability. Without this training, a dog cannot legally be classified as a service dog. For more information just type out the link: ʜᴛᴛᴘꜱ://ᴡᴡᴡ.ᴅɪɢɪꜱᴛᴏʀᴇ24.ᴄᴏᴍ/ʀᴇᴅɪʀ/434590/ᴍᴀꜱᴀᴍᴜɴᴇ12/
