Flying with a Service Dog in 2021 | New US DOT Rules
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- Опубликовано: 22 авг 2024
- Starting January 11, 2021, new DOT rules will be in effect for flying with service animals in the US. These rules are based on the Air Carrier Access Act, or ACAA. The ACAA covers air travel and protections for disabled people while on airplanes, while the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) covers general public access and airport access. There have been some significant changes since the previous ruling, and this video covers the most substantial differences to keep in mind. If you are planning to fly with a service dog or fly with an emotional support animal (ESA) in the US in the future, airlines will use the ACAA and this new ruling to make their assistance animal policies. Have you ever flown with a service animal or ESA? What was your experience like? What did you think about the old ruling and the changes in the new one? Let me know in the comments below!
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I am very happy they changed the rules. It really protects handlers from unsafe animals. I flew with my SD and had to walk through a minefield of untrained animals and caused me so much stress. I lost my first service dog to an attack by an emotional support animal. It would help if the ADA and government made these attack instances punishable by law, that way less people try to "fake " a service animal and cause harm
I'm so sorry you experienced that with your first service dog! I also hope that attacks decrease with less untrained animals flying. Most states make attacks or lying about having a service dog punishable by law, but the ADA doesn't have a strong stance on it unfortunately. It would be nice to have more enforcement to protect SD handlers though
I’m so sorry that you had to deal with that I can’t imagine the damage that the ESA did. In my opinion ESA’s shouldn’t have any rights to public access because they aren’t trained to, and again in my opinion they could be very dangerous and what happened to you and your service dog just shows those dangers.
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It’s very upsetting to have most people assume your service dog is a fake because there are so many fakes
I really appreciate that you made this video. I’m flying with my service dog for the first time this summer and I was worried about learning all the rules so I really appreciate you did this🖤
How did it go?
I am a new Service dog handler but I personally think it’s a good change to our only service animals and not emotional support animals to fly since emotional support animals don’t have the same public access training and therefore can’t be expected to behave in a controlled and safe manner the way service animals would
You’re a magnificent advocate for Service Dogs. You’re a very well spoken person. You have immense knowledge of ADA and DOT regulations.
I applaud your in-depth presentation of this RUclips.
I flew with my psychiatric SD in September before the rules changed. It was a hassle having to get forms from my vet and Dr. I am all for not allowing ESA's on flights. When I flew with Bella there were 3 ESA's on one flight. With this new ruling it should make it easier for those of us who have psychiatric SD to fly. I am upset that they are not allowing mini horses to fly.
Horses, mini or otherwise do NOT BELONG ON JETS. THEY IMPEDE EVACUATION OF THE PLANE IN AN EMERGENCY. SERVICE DOGS ARE ONE THING, PETS ARE ANOTHER.
* Please do go into more detail?
* I do not like the 48-hour notice. I can understand that if you plan to fly with an airline that you can just one time every 5 years sign a document that you can turn into any airline(s) of your choice. Even if you don't fly on an airline immediately all you do is pick your favorite airlines that you would like to fly and they would just take the document and anytime during the 5 years would associate your dog with your name. This means if you give your name to any travel agency or to the airline or an online booking site your service dog will be attached. If for any reason any of the airlines that you turned that document into cannot accommodate a PWD or SD Team then they would be allowed to fly on an airline even if that airline doesn't have the signed document. This would mean if you turned this document into Delta but Delta couldn't accommodate your needs and they send you to Fronteer Airlines Delta would forward a copy of the same document to Fronteer and from that date, you now will have a 5 year period where you can fly on Frontier airlines like you were able to on Delta without any 48 hour waiting times.
* I myself do support SD Teams and I myself am disabled and use a power chair. I am legally blind and I know that a person's SD is very valuable like my chair is to me. It's hard enough for me to have to book in advance to have passenger assistants lift me out of my chair and place me on an Isal Chair or known as a Stair Chair. Taken down the seal and lifted into a seat.
* There is one thing that I don't like is the word that you had to use "Convenience".That bugs me so much. Because someone without a disability doesn't have to make special arrangements to fly. They just can walk up to the ticket counter or a kiosk and purchase a ticket and just walk through security and just board the flight minutes before take-off. There is a saying that AI came up with that I strongly believe in.
(Convenience ≠ Accessibility, Accessibility = convenience)!
There should not ever be a trade-off of accessibility for other(s) convenience. We want to be treated like anyone else who is fully able-bodied but we are the ones that have to be inconvenienced just to have to trade that for accessibility.
* PS. If your SD needs any of my foot room and I am sitting next to you your SD is always welcome to use my foot space. You're 🐕🦺 CAN Use My 🦶 🚀 (Space).
I'm going to keep this short! I love the changes that were made!
People that flew with ESD were making it so hard for legitimate SDs to fly!
I had to put my SD down last summer, she was 13 and was such an intelligent dog. In anticipation of starting a new SD in training I wanted to acquire a puppy when she was 11 and still in great health so there was a few years of overlap for my new SD to benifit from imulating her overall behavior.
I flew from Atlanta to NM for my new puppy. I did my homework first because I will not fly any dog in the plane's belly.
I was able to find the rule that allows, 1) a passenger to fly with 2 SDs and 2) allows a SD in training to fly as long as it's flying with the trainer (myself) and is going to it's new home (mine).
I did have my older SD with me and although I carried the puppy to board I did put him in a soft sided carry bag during flight. I was thrilled how calm and well he handled himself at such a young age.
So that was his very first training lesson for his future as my new SD.
He's now 2½ and is doing fantasic. It would have been easier had my old girl not gotten sick much earlier than anticipated, but the year and ½ he was exposed to her does show!
Just FYI. I am currently trying to get access with my owner trained service dog. And the airlines actually won’t accept your own name as the trainer. They will deny you.
I’m having to seek and pay for additional training and certification by a ‘certified service dog trainer’ except the airline can’t actually tell me what they accept as a ‘certified trainer’ (I’m moving overseas so it’s not an option to not travel with my SD) So there actually is access issues with how this new ruling is actually being applied by the airlines.
I suspect as travel opens up this will start to be challenged and hopefully change. But for now just be aware that the airlines might not accept an owner trained SD.
What if I put my dad then?
What airline did you fly on? And did it end up working out ?
@@solg1391 I flew air canada and yes it did. I found a trainer with experience as a service dog trainer at a school and she did a couple training sessions with us and then used the British Columbia test that is done (I’m from Ontario originally). She then provided me with a document that had all of the test items she did and indicated he passed each one. She also provided a letter for me stating she had done a couple training with me and could certify he met her requirements and explained the test she did and that he passed.
This worked for me, but was a major hassle to get done at first. I’ve now travelled a few times with him on a couple different airlines, and so far it’s been fine.
You just have to submit a form to the medical desk at least 48hours before travel and they do the approval. The first time took perhaps a week to receive approval, but I think it was because they were a bit backed up and my flight was a bit further away. But since then it’s only been a day or two to get approval. (I usually just put in the flights I’ve done with him before in my email too, especially if it’s been on the same airline).
Otherwise, you just need to meet the normal requirements for animal import (rabies vaccine, microchip and vet check)
@@Kate_P excellent! Thanks for the feedback. We have all the paperwork just hoping they approve before the 48hours otherwise I'll have to cancel the flight but praying it'll all work out !
Have you traveled again? After you use Air Canada ?
I like most of these changes, with two exceptions. Most importantly, the decision to not allow miniature horses is just discrimination, plain and simple. Less importantly is the decision to be able to have the animal off leash, which actually has some factual basis but still creates an undue burden for many people.
You really would fly on a plane with a mini horse? Actually curious not trying to be rude
Yes, @@Yargoogargoo, people with disabilities have flown on airplanes with their miniature horses without incident.
@@Taric25 interesting. Where does the mini horse stay during the flight? The aisle?
@@Yargoogargoo, the miniature horse stays the same place a large service dog stays, in the space in front of the handler, usually in the bulkhead or frontmost row in that class with the handler in the window seat.
As someone who has an ESA for a legitimate reason this is both frustrating and a relief. I know what legitimate SA's go through with fake ones. I strongly support requiring proof of training and doing away with all the grey area for ESA's. There is absolutely no reason for ESA peacocks and other wild or farm animals. I honestly think there should have been more of crack down on that kind of thing before complete elimination of ESA. My dog is being well trained, professionally and by me but I would NEVER pass her off as a service animal. That criteria is reserved for true service dogs. She is a trained ESA, that is it.
Unfortunately, just because ESA's are no longer allowed by airlines doesn't mean people who truely need them are no longer going to need them. Now airlines get to collect massive pet fees from people who legitimately need their ESA. I thought ahead and intentionally got a dog small enough to fly under the seat of certain airlines so I can still bring her along. I hope somewhere down the line they add in a well written area for true, well trained ESA's and completely eliminate the ability to pass off your farm animal or pet as a fake. I do rejoice that service dogs are now better protected from the people that want to bring their farm animal or pet on for free.
You could get the training and documentation to get a Psychiatric Service Animal. While there are many people that have legitimate needs for ESAs, these dogs should have the necessary training and health requirements, so that they can safely do their job on planes. Otherwise you are putting the airline in the position of not only deciding what specific animal is qualified to do the job but what passenger actually needs the dog. By getting the necessary documentation and training, you remove any of the issues (other than the cost and time of getting the documentation and training, which is a hardship, but I don't see what else they can do).
My service dog is an APBT. Glad to hear that information regarding an airline trying to ban bully breeds.
I am very happy with the new rules. As a person with a disability & trained SD, As a team we have been subject to numerous negative situations of both fack SDs. These behaviors can be outrageous .
Do you need to have any letters from your own doctor? Like those PSD letters? Or just the dog needs the two letters and the health certs?
No, you do not need a letter from your doctor for a fully trained service dog under the new rules!
Excellent update! I am planning our first flight and we are doing dry runs to the airport. She was great today and will return to get her more acquainted with the sounds and smells.
I’m planning on doing this with my service dog who’s in training! Do they allow you to go through TSA with the dog to practice without having a booked flight?
@@haileewright2931 I took my SD to different airports and filled out paperwork prior to my flight.
We successfully returned from a round trip 2 hour duration flights. She was patted down by TSA because her harness had metal in it.
Returning we took off the harness and she walked through the metal detector without setting it off.
She was a little uneasy in flight but not a nuisance to other passengers. For her first major travel she aced it.
Take your dog on public transportation also to help it get comfortable with new experiences.
@@cloudwalker9036 did you have to bring your SD to ride a bus for example?
@@TravelwithRuby sorry for the late reply. I have taken my dog on the bus, subway and 2 successful flights. She is trained to do the 'Under' command. My dog is a 70 pound American Akita. Domestic flights have been on Southwest Airlines. They were extremely helpful in accommodating us. I would recommend them for any Domestic travel.
Once the travel restrictions are eased internationally, we will fly Qatar and probably business class.
Much success!
I just turned in all my DOT paperwork for my flight in february. My airline is providing an identification card that states that she is approved to fly and it lasts for a year.
That's an interesting system! Which airline are you using?
I like this I have to add my sd to my flights each time and have mainly been flying alaska air and asked everytime if they cant add something in the system to my ticket as I had been yelled at by airline ticket takers before if it wasn't in the system he was accompanying me...no joke
which airline
I travel every 3 months with my ESA dog I think ESA dogs should be allowed to fly in cabin WITH A FEE people complain about ESA dogs on flight when there is only 4 dogs permitted per flight the only reason people are getting ESA is not to pay put Fee on it.They should complain about kids acting up on planes kicking chairs and acting like animals!
I agree
@Mr. Meeseeks
people are getting ESA not to pay I got no problem paying service dogs are all different size so why not ESA maybe you don't care about your dog but I do.like I said kids are worst and they allow to fly
@Mr. Meeseeks
if you can't understand my mess of words that's your problem not mine.sorry for your disability but maybe you need more then a service dog you need a life.
@Mr. Meeseeks
you got your service dog already you good.now mine yours
I am happy about almost everything except for the rule where they say they are unable to discriminate because of breed. But they have to require your dog to fit in your foot space. They are discriminating against larger breeds of dogs. People with disabilities that require movement help often have much larger dogs. I am in the process of getting a Shiloh Shepherd which is a large dog breed and I have no idea how I’m going to be able to fly
That was one of the things the DOT discussed in the super long document! They still allow handlers to move to seats with more room to accommodate for larger dogs that can't tuck, but the size requirement was definitely a point of controversy since it does make things more difficult for large dog handlers
At the same time, what is the expectation for an airline to do, if the animal does not fit in the leg space? Allowing the animal to stand in the aisle is unsafe, and allowing it to intrude in the space of other passengers is not okay. The only other possibility that I see is providing the handler with an addition seat for the animal, which I am sure they would do if you paid for the seat; but asking them to provide an additional seat for free is not really fair, on the same level as asking them to provide you with a seat upgrade to provide the space. It is certainly a difficulty for people who have animals that are too large to fit in the space of the seat, but you also have to make accommodations for the realities of the airlines and other passengers.
@@DogFlamingoXIII airlines could easily ask passangers if they would be okay with sharing leg space with service animals, i cant fly because i require a big breed of dog, but people are more than happy to share space with him on trains and other modes of transport. its discrimination.
@@DogFlamingoXIII You are allowed to request bulkhead if you need the extra leg room for your dog (or if you have any disability that requires the extra space), and the airline is not allowed to charge you extra for that.
I had a 100lbs golden retriever fit fin in bulk head seattibg
I’m super happy about the ESA’s and most of the rules are pretty good. I’m thinking of getting a service dog (for my chronic migraines, POTS, other dysautonomias, my blood sugar issues (hypoglycemia), etc.) the only thing was that because I do need to fly a lot I was scared about the untrained ESA’s.
Delta has the form on its web site. For size issues, under the ADA there must be reasonable accommodations . I am sure the question will come up as to what is reasonable. Presently most major US carriers are leaving the middle seat vacant. I would suggest that if you are going to fly with your service dog that before you make a reservation you call the carrier. Most carriers have people who work with the boarding and seating of those with a handicap. Most carriers will work with you.
I'm flying for the first time with my service dog on Thursday and to say I am nervous is an understatement.
Good luck! I hope all goes well for you :)
@@baileytheservicepupper thank you so much! We actually just landed in New York. First leg over, and it went seamlessly. No issues with TSA. :)
So glad to hear that!!! Hope the second leg goes smoothly as well.
@@kiitzer Hi there! I’ll be flying with my service dog on his first flight as a SD. Was your trip an international flight? And did they require documentation that your dog was trained by a service dog-specialized trainer/organization? Thanks!
You did a much better and more detailed job than anyone else I've seen. Thank you for this!!
I still haven't flown since the change, but I'm sure the airport will be a much calmer place now, and not the petting zoo is was before. It will make training my SDiT a whole lot easier.
I am pleased that the rule changes are seniable and hope that they open up more assess for those who need task trained dogs to have the confidence to fly.
Honestly I just bought two seats. He gets to sit in the space of the window seat, I get to sit in the center. I had the points and the airline has repeatedly said it's fine because they can put it down under extra seat rules.
Hi - we are investigating a service dog for my daughter and one question I forgot to ask was how does the dog differentiate when its “on” duty or “off” duty per se. For instance, my parents are blind and I know for the guide dogs, the harness is the key. Off harness, off duty. But for a psychiatric service dog or medical service dog they aren’t necessarily “off” duty at home. How do they know when its play time or okay to love the family etc? Really enjoy finding your channel. It’s specific, objective and clear, complete and concise - hard to do. Thanks
Idk exactly like I mean my dog will still play and stuff yknow acting like his normal goofy self without the vest but also WILL still task if needed. But if the vest's on he's in his " serious" mode lol, just like home vs work life
Airlines have to offer an option to buy extra seats for our support dogs
This video was so helpful, my brother self trained and I was so confused because Lufthansa required some type of training certificate.
I like the new rules, glad that both parties are held liable with federal backing. Thank you for this video! The DOT doesn’t cover sdit so I was wondering what the process for that was. Are they treated as a pet for the duration of the flight?
Glad you liked the video! And yes, SDIT that do not meet the minimum legal requirements of being a SD would be treated as pets.
Great video! Super helpful! We’re flying to Spain at the end of the year and we’re bringing our psa with us. Thanks so much for this 🙏🏼
How did it go?
@@CiaoAtlas We made it! 🥰 ruclips.net/video/nW9BnZTYqhU/видео.html
Thank you for the information and I am also glad that the ADA, Congress, and others worked to ban Emotional Support Animals(ESAs) from travelling on airplanes. I knew about the ADA, but had never heard about the ACAA organization until I read what your video is about.
Unfortunately, I am not able to watch the video because there is no captioning available for people like me who are hearing impaired. Do you mind if I use some of the information that you have provided below the video? I am working on a letter to someone and I need more information about these organizations.
Thank you again and have a great weekend. I love Bailey and think that you two make a great duo.
Extremely helpful video thank you so much.
I wish they required more training for an ESA and maybe reduced it to only dogs like service animals or PSAs because I feel like ESAs do help especially on flights (at least for me), but I agree that so many ESAs are not trained properly for public activities.
Wow, how professional and informative you made this video! Quick question - for ESA, you have to fill the DOT form and attest to training (either by yourself or with a trainer)? I'm trying to fly with my dog internationally - i have a medical condition with a. doctors verification/note, but not sure how to go about "officially labeling my dog" ESA psychiatric, normal ESA or service dog, etc. - can you provide some options or guidance? Thanks so much
My service pup is Bailey, too!
What if you need your small (under 7lbs) sd on your lap to alert or respond to flare ups from multiple disabilities/disorders?
although i'm glad that there's been more restrictions, i am worried for those with service horses and anybody with a valid need for an ESA. :(
if ESA stepped thier crap up and actually TRAINED your little ankle biters to be as well behaved as our Service dogs, it wouldn't be an issue but until that happens ESA are just fakes.
i completely understand where your coming from but at the same time i feel the need to say that Esa’s have no rights at all and if you have some sort of reason to think you need an animal to come places with you/perform a task it will be better to just look into a service dog. sorry if that came off rude i really didn’t mean it to
Thanks for this video!!
Not sure if you can personally answer this and I’ve been trying to find a clinic that can help me with whether or not I’m eligible or not for a service dog.
So I’ve been doing owner based training with the aid of a professional for advanced obedience work since my dog was 5 months old and she’s now 2 years old. I have extreme PTSD, depression and social anxiety and been taking her into public places and she’s making life easier and more manageable. I feel like I’m a fraud but at the same time know that she helps me get through situations I’m uncomfortable in.
I want to fly in cabin with her but I’m nervous on bringing her on.
Great Video and very helpful. Does the Air Carrier Access Act cover SDiT?
I'm glad I could help! Unfortunately the ACAA does not cover SDiT. Service animals have to meet the minimum requirements of at least 1 trained task to mitigate a disability and reliable public access skills to be protected.
@@baileytheservicepupper thank you!
ACCA aside, how does the DOT get away with violating the ADA?
Ps: I do agree that there should be a system when it comes dogs on airplanes.
I'm flying with my service dog for first time. She rides in suburban all the time but im worried over this new rule. I have ms and seizures which she can pick up on. She is small saint bernard about 124 lbs. I arranged for bulkhead seat already. Can American Airlines stop us from boarding since her 1st time
Bailey is only 70lbs so I'm not sure how your pup will fit in comparison. But since flights are less crowded right now because of the pandemic, hopefully they should be able to move you to where there is a vacant seat next to you in case she doesn't fit in bulkhead. You can practice a tight tuck in the footwells of your suburban to prepare for a tight fit! And they shouldn't be able to stop you boarding as long as you completed the DOT form (if they ask for it) and your service dog has correct public access behavior. Good luck! I hope your flight goes well!
I am soon to get a service dog for my Social Anxiety Disorder so I can finally live a life because I can't leave my house at all and I can't even be fine at home all the time. I watched your task vid and it was good. But my S.A.D makes my life so bad with all its symptoms and stuff that I can't go and even have fun or friends and I can't like eat as much or play as much or do the things I like...
I'm sorry you're struggling with all that! I hope your future service dog is able to help you and make things a little easier!
do you know how much space there is for SAs on flights? I am getting a fairly large dog because i need mobility assistance and from the pics you showed of Bailey, I don't know that they will fit under my feet
ESA aren't Service Animals. People mix this up allot. It doesn't take training for your animal to be there as a comfort to you and often times is a burden on everyone else flying, shopping, vise versa. They bark, growl, or urinate in places they shouldn't. If you need that support properly train your dog to be at the level of a service dog to be there for you and perform it's tasks. Sorry but not sorry. Tired of granny's with their "ESA" in Walmart having there dogs pissing in the grocery isle and not cleaning it up, or attacking MY service dog when it's trying to preform a task when I fainted.
i’ve had family members register their dogs as an ESA just to get free flights which is a slap in the face to me and my SD. this new ruling is a blessing
That’s truly unfortunate that mini trained service horses can’t go with there human because some people are allergic to dogs
They should really make a rule where ESA’s should be trained to handle air travel without any issues.
So happy with the changes
Hi, please will you enable automatic closed captioning? Thank you!
Awesome informative ty
Hello, thank you for the video very helpful, however I’m having problems to get back to my country cause this new rule and I didn’t know about it till yesterday that I got a email from Spirit and I’m so sad and I’ve been crying cause my dog is not longer able to fly with me with this new regulations and spirit doesn’t allow dog on international flight so now I’m trying to figure out how I’m going to take him back home, I think at least they should allow people to get back to their destination with the previous policy! I would like to hear your comment about my issue! Thanks
I'm not totally sure how it works for international flights, but if your dog is not a service animal you may need to fly with your dog as a pet (so pay a pet fee), fly your dog in cargo (under the plane), or use a different airline to get back home. Good luck and I hope everything works out for you!
I am in the same situation as you Stephy! I used to fly with my pet as ESA, now because of the Pandemic, have been stuck outside my home country and have no idea how I will be able to fly home with my furbaby. This is a huge issue! My dog was properly trained and behaved on 6 different international flights. Good luck to both of us and others in this situation! I hope to train my dog to tasks to meet Service Animal Certification
@@baileytheservicepupper As Stephy stated, there are no longer allowed to fly at all at the moment- only as service dogs, not even cargo.
OMG - that is what I fear most; if some rule was to change for whatever reasons and I can't bring my baby back - I'd be stuck in that country forever because I would never leave my dog(s) behind.
If you’re really stuck, dogs get shipped cross-country all the time. Many trainers purchase dogs from Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, etc.
I saw a video some time ago, (I don’t remember which video it was) but it was some model traveling a lot for work, and she said that she had just labeled her little dog as a emotional support dog, just so she could take it with her on flights. This I find very provocative, since it’s that kind of behavior that ruins it for people who really needs to have an emotional support dog by their side.
I have come to understand that getting a psychiatric service dog for an example, is very expensive, so I guess a lot of people who really could need one, but can’t afford one, is kind out of options now, when it comes to traveling, or even take their dog with them in other places where dogs normally aren’t allowed.
Anyways, great video! 🤓
Yes Yes Yes!!❤🐾
So as far as required documents go, it’s just that one DOT form?
apparently they can also ask for your doctors letter that you need a sd
I would appreciate some advice.
My SD alerts my seizures and chronic migraines. I’ve never had to fly really for the sake of him being a Newfoundland. My husband has joined the USCG and I am nervous for having to travel across the country (or even Hawaii or Alaska) where we won’t be able to simply drive. Does anybody have any information or advice? Is it possible to get a giant breed SD on a plane?
It definitely is possible to fly with a giant breed, but it can be tricky. If your husband will be flying with you, you might be able to let your pup stretch over both of your foot spaces in a bulkhead or extra space part of the plane. You can also purchase a second seat just to give you more room on the floor for your dog. Another thing would be to practice "tucks" where your dog curls into a small space. The footwell of most cars (only while the vehicle is in park) or a laundry basket/box can be used to train and practice this. I don't have any experience with a giant breed since Bailey is only 70ish lbs, but those are some of the things I've heard other handlers do when they have a really giant dog.
How does this affect Service dogs in training??
I'm curious about the leg space if you have a large service dog? I have a PSD ( he still in training) so we won't be in a flight until we're finished training. He's a Dobeweiler [doberman and rottweiler mix]. How will airlines accommodate a 89-90lb service dog? Also, what is the situation look like for service dog who needs to potty? I'm trying to educate myself whenever I'm ready to travel to see my Navy buddies.
They have various bathrooms stations for dogs in airports but they are not the cleanest, while on the plane your dog will have to hold it. You can also sit in bulk seating at the front of the plane, just be sure to call in advance and request it
So my dog being ESA certified as a psychiatric support animal prescribed by a Dr is still good to fly with me? After filing out the necessary forms of course
Emotional Support Animals and Pyschiatric Service Animals are different. There are no certifications in the US for either type of animal. For flying, you would need to provide information on your dogs training as a service animal to perform tasks to mitigate your disability. The DOT has these forms on their website. Emotional support Animals do not have the same rights as service animals under the ADA or ACAA, so it would be subject to whatever rules the airline has if your dog is an emotional support animal. I hope this helps!
going flying with my service dog soon.. i’m scared, what are the main things to bring?
Bring a chew of some sort for your dog for take off and landing. This helps them pop their ears. I just asked the staff for ice since my SD loves it. Worked like a charm.
This is what I was told when I first started flying by both other handlers and the trainer I was working with always bring water, of course, collapsible bowl or something to put the water in also, some thing I never thought about until after I've done it a few times the floor is cold so if you feel like that something you need I would bring a blanket or something for them, I am unclear with the new rulling if you also still need to bring an up-to-date vaccination form but if that's the case I would make sure you have that and also something for them to have during the flight to help with boredom and possible ear popping I also wouldn't feed them as much as you normally would especially the first time because you don't know if the animals going to get sick or not so it's usually good to cut down just so you don't risk that happening that's also to help prevent multiple trips to the bathroom while you're in the airport and if you use treats I would recommend bringing them just to give your dog reassurance good luck wishing you all the best
We just booked and we're denied do to our service dog being a self trained. He is my daughters cardiac alert dog and I am so frustrated with this not being more clearly addressed in the new law.
I self trained my service dog and she was approved by american airlines. Theyre so much nicer with service dogs than other airlines
@@kaiathedawg yes, we usually fly American and have had and no problems . Lesson learned for us.
So sorry to hear this, which airline did you book yours though ?
@@TravelwithRuby Allegiant. We will never use them again. America Airlines has been a pleasure to work with and once you do the approval paperwork, it's good for a year.
@@Fairytalesandflorida so glad to hear ! What forms did AA request to verify the validity of the SD?
Hi thanks so much for the info. We are moving to Puerto Rico and we have our dog who is still in training as a service dog, would this be a problem?
Thanks again.
The ACAA unfortunately does not cover SDiT, only fully trained service dogs. If your dog meets the legal definition of a service dog (at least 1 task trained and reliable public access behavior), then even if they are still "in training" to add more tasks or solidify skills in more environments, then there shouldn't be a problem. Just be sure that you meet the requirements to bring an animal into Puerto Rico (linked here: www.aphis.usda.gov/animal_health/downloads/import/state-regulations-for-puerto-rico.pdf)
@@baileytheservicepupper thank you so much for the info.
Thank you!
Good!!! I got denied my last flight because he's a doberman. Not his behaviour just his breed. They "couldn't accommodate his size" is the excuse they used. Of course this was after she asked what breed he was.
ok hear me out. emotinal support hippo
I have completely owner trained my SD for T1D and my anxiety attacks and migraines. What do I do for the trainers number since she is trained completely by me?? I’m flying in March with her for the first time and Im TERRIFIED.
Sorry im slow, but do you mean like when they ask for the "trainers" info? if so, you probably just put your own info. i mean thats what i would do, she also says thats what you should do ;w; (6:34)
@@user-gh5yt6li2u ah thank you!! I totally missed that part!
@@adahletendre8361 no problem! :)
I have the exact same question, and I am also feeling anxious about it. I believe that as it is out right to train our psd ourselves we should list ourselves as the trainer and list our phone number.
It would be nice though to have some kind of official confirmation from the DOT about it.
i’m in the same boat! how did it go? do you have any advice?
how long is the form good for
To fly with my service dog do I need to have a PAT (public assessment test) form with me as well to prove that my service dog is trained??
No
Travel in cargo! Are they insane lol! I am flying in March (21) with my service dog and thankfully we have flown before and southwest is usually really good with service dogs, I’ll be alone and not with another person so I have some extra nerves 😟! With me and dealing with air travel tsa issues being autistic and not being able to really communicate with some tsa and gate employees effectively!
I’m training a assistant dog when it’s born and I go to Australia sometimes for a week or two how would that work with an assistant dog
I have a question. Say im flying from arizona to alaska. 1 one lay over in Washington.
So i take off from arizona on southwest they layover in Washington and airline changes to alaskan airlines
Do i need to send the paperwork to BOTH airline?
Then coming home i fly from alaska to washigton on raven airline and then delta. That would be 4 seperate airlines. Do i need to get clearance from all 4 airlines?
Yes, you would need to work with all 4 airlines in this case!
How would I fly with my German Shepherd puppy he's not a fully trained service dog as of yet?
I support this 100%
I would like to know if dr notes are required to fly
Only service animals(certified) should be allowed on planes. Emotional support animals are an excuse for passengers to fly their pets free. These dogs/pets can be as temperamental or imbalanced as their owners. Service animals have been trained to not exhibit aggression or improper behavior. Passengers should not have to endure a yapping dog for hours. It’s no different than a screaming toddler. Glad to see FAA got their act together and banned animals in the cabin other than real service animals. Another reason there should be an enclosed flying area for kids under 3 and pets.
For the form I have to fill out is it illigal to fill out forms I'm confused
Airlines may require you to fill out the official DOT forms for service animals. It is illegal for them to ask for "Certification" or excessive information that does not match the info or format of the official DOT forms. It is illegal to lie about the health and behavior of your animal on the DOT forms because they are federal documents.
Mini horse are great for the blind
What about a service dog I’m training? Do they still get the same access on flights?
Most likely not
I am on a waiting list to get a service animal. I have a herditary condition where I have trouble with balancing and walking and retrieving items with my hands. I have been researching the laws and what I can and can not do with a service dog. I see people everywhere with a service dog. I'm just wondering if this is legit? I think only legit service dogs should be able to get a vest. I've watched youtubers put the vest on their dog to be cute or so they don't have to leave their dog in the car.
About time. I'd reather myself and my team be safe then harrassed by a pet.
I’m confused about the forms tho. What about sled trainers? That don’t have any “training documents” pls help explain lol
Sled dogs on their own would be considered pets under this ruling (unless they were also a task trained SD), so they would have to fly as pets.
Self trained service dogs ARE covered under this ruling though. The forms require the handler of a task trained service dog to testify that their training meets a minimum level and include the name of the person or org who trained the dog. If a service dog was owner trained, then the handler can list themselves as the trainer and provide their own contact information with no issue!
@@baileytheservicepupper self* I didn’t mean sled lol
I thought that might have been what you meant but I wasn't sure! You would just list yourself as the trainer for the forms for flying with a self trained SD :)
@@baileytheservicepupper can you print out a page, and show how you would put it in order or something? So us self trained sd handlers can do it if we fly lol
@@baileytheservicepupper so I just print out a paper? And right down info haha? Sorry if I’m asking a lot, I’m just trying to learn lol
I have an emotional support dog that is a black Labrador my question is does that mean I can’t travel with my emotional support dog or am I able to still travel with my dog
@Charmed Life I don’t like the new rules about esa animals because I really truly and actually do have a disability I have some autism
@Charmed Life thank you yes am very glad that I have my dog to help me out I am glad that you have your service dog to I am glad that they help us both out a whole lot
@Charmed Life thank you I hope you have a great rest of your day
What other reason do you need a service DOG for other than the blind? What other medical issue requires an animal for assistance to live your day to day life?
Just google it… you’ll get plenty of education…
My son has seizures and our service dog can signal for us to have him sit instead of falling and causing him to be hurt. He's also autistic and has had issues with elopement. Our SD will not allow my son to get moth than two to three feet away from me. That means during crowded areas, where my son may be overwhelmed, he might try to get out of the area, and his SD will stay with him, and bring him to my side.
The deaf use them to help them hear important sounds, such as fire alarms. Mine help me not to scratch at my arms when I get overwhelmed with anxiety or to bash my head when I freak out over something. She also runs and gets help when I have seizures or my heart rate crashes into the forties. Anything else you would like to ask? :)
esa is just scam code for pet.
I have asthma and I'm allergic to both cats and dogs. I find it both scary and sad that if I object to having a dog beside me I am the one who gets bumped from the flight. Basically people who want to fly with their pets have more rights. Therefore I will keep my mouth shut, use my pills and inhalers and hope that I get trough the flight with minimal breathing difficulty. Sometimes the asthma will keep me up at night hours after being exposed...people who has never gasped for air (it is actually more like not being able to push the air out) will ever understand. I wish NO pets would be allowed in the cabin but, I dare not even say it because pet owner will rip my head off.
I have the same issue with perfumes and colognes. From my POV, it’s my responsibility to handle my allergy the best I can without impeding on someone’s desire to take a perfume shower. You are very selfless for coexisting with service animals.
I bring my labradoodle service dog which is hypoallergenic and doesn’t cause as much allergies as others do
Service animals provide a service such as answering phones, dishes, seeing eye, etc. If youre out hiking, running, you dont need a service animal. People claim their pets are emotional support to avoid the $200 service charge and the crew will be all over you if they are onto you. Much welcomed change.
let’s not forget the people with service dogs that have psychiatric tasks. they’re just as valid as guide dogs. just because you’re running doesn’t make you less disabled ❤️
Um, what? Visually impaired people do hike and run. People who have suffered loss of limbs, varying degrees of paralysis etc still enjoy these activities. In fact, a service dog helps facilitate these activities for many people.
Yo! I go running, and I'm blind, have seizures and a bad back. I also have an SDiT. so bite me!