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GuestExisting4639 t1_iqwdj94 wrote

A landlord has every right to ask for proof otherwise everybody would claim to have a service animal to get around any kind of pet restrictions

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OzarkHiker1977 t1_iqyi8d4 wrote

You are incorrect. ADA does not allow an landlord to ask for proof.

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pr1moispfat t1_iqwiyh0 wrote

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.

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GuestExisting4639 t1_iqwj38v wrote

They can’t ask for a certification without asking about a disability

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PossibleSatisfaction t1_iqxjlrx wrote

Under the ADA, housing providers are permitted to ask only two (2) questions inquiring into the status of an animal:

Is the dog a service animal required because of a disability, and What work or task has the dog been trained to perform?

Note, they aren't allowed to ask about specifics on the disability just if it's because of a disability.

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Own-Seaworthiness653 t1_iqy2fpk wrote

This!!! The only correct answer regarding questioning a service animal owner. That is the only proof the owner needs and you cannot question or request further than that.

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