I’ve posted before, here and here, regarding the dilemma business owners have when faced with a customer with a dog (fake service dog) or a customer with an animal (emotional support animal – which are not afforded the same protections as service dogs). Many business owners simply don’t know how to respond or respond incorrectly (and generate bad press for themselves). Many customers are fed up with fake service dogs everywhere and they resent businesses that do nothing as well and that means companies often can’t win.
Yesterday, there was an interesting article/editorial in The Hill regarding a proposal for creating a national certification database for service dogs.
What are your thoughts on a national certification program for service dogs?
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Dori K. Stibolt is a partner with the law firm of Fox Rothschild LLP. Dori defends and counsels management in labor and employment litigation matters pertaining to wage and overtime claims, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, leave/restraint, and whistle-blower claims. You can contact Dori at 561-804-4417 or dstibolt@foxrothschild.com.