Can my dog be a certified service animal at school for my anxiety?

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Okay, so I believe this isn't the right place to ask this but, my dog Lola is a jack Russel mix. Shes a really good dog. Very quiet and obeys very well. She goes everywhere with me. She helps me through things and really hard times. Here's the thing, I want to bring her to school with me cause I feel like it'll be easier with her there. She has a service dog vest. I don't have any id tho. I'm really broke and only 15. I believe to have social anxiety disorder. I feel like I'm embarrassing myself. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 22 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

HI, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Don't be embarrassed! I wouldn't try to trick the system though by putting a vest on Lola. I would talk to your guidance counselor or principal to see if they would allow her. If not then have your parents contact a service dog program and get Lola certified. That way she is legitimate. Unfortunately a lot of people are now abusing the emotional support animal. Lola needs to be able to behave at school: not whine or bark, growl or try to bite people, needs to know all her commands. She would need to be spayed, vaccinated, tested for worms and on preventatives. The school can't have dogs not Rabies vaccinated and have ticks and fleas on them in school with kids. It is a bit of a process. But if you feel your life would be better then start the process! All you can do is try, right? Good luck!

Can my dog be a certified service animal at school for my anxiety?

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