How Does My Business Deal with Service Animals?

Most businesses that interact with the public have encountered an issue with service animals. Perhaps someone wanted to bring their emotional support cat into the restaurant or wanted to trot their miniature horse around the grocery store.

On the surface, it seems both of those examples would be easy to deny, but in Florida, denying the public entrance because of a service dog or miniature horse can get you into significant trouble.

But the cat?

It’s an emotional support animal and is not covered under the Americans with Disability Act

The rules on accommodating those with disabilities can be difficult for many businesses because their owners want to do the right thing, but often want to do prevent an animal from entering when it affects the overall business.

The attorneys at The Orlando Law Group can help any business that might have concerns about accommodations for service animals.

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