501(c)(3) Nonprofit — Celebrating 10 YearsSin Fines de Lucro — Celebrando 10 Años

Your Support Animal Rights Start HereSus Derechos de Animal de Apoyo Comienzan Aquí

Free education on housing protections and service dog laws. HIPAA-compliant clinical assessments reviewed by Licensed Clinical Doctors. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving 50,000+ families since 2016.Educación gratuita sobre protecciones de vivienda y leyes de perros de servicio. Evaluaciones clínicas compatibles con HIPAA revisadas por Médicos Clínicos Licenciados.

Our ImpactNuestro Impacto
Families HelpedFamilias Ayudadas0+
Years of ServiceAños0+
TrustpilotTrustpilot4.7 / 5 ★
Tax StatusEstado Fiscal501(c)(3)
Same Price SinceMismo Precio Desde2016
HIPAA CompliantHIPAA 🎓 PhD-Backed ResearchInvestigación Doctoral Licensed Clinical DoctorsMédicos Licenciados 💙 Nonprofit Since 2016Desde 2016 🔒 Your Data RightsSus Datos
Free ResourcesRecursos Gratuitos

Know Your Rights — Always FreeConozca Sus Derechos — Siempre Gratis

Accurate, up-to-date guides written by our clinical team and reviewed by Licensed Clinical Doctors. No registration required. No strings attached.Guías precisas escritas por nuestro equipo clínico. Sin registro. Sin compromisos.

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Fair Housing Act & Support AnimalsLey de Vivienda Justa

Your landlord cannot deny a documented support animal or charge pet fees. Learn what the law says, what landlords can ask, and how to request reasonable accommodation.Su arrendador no puede negar un animal de apoyo documentado ni cobrar tarifas de mascotas.

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ADA & Service Dog RightsADA y Perros de Servicio

Service dogs have public access rights under the ADA. Know the two questions businesses can legally ask and what they cannot require from you.Los perros de servicio tienen derechos de acceso público bajo la ADA.

Air Travel with Service DogsViaje Aéreo

Current DOT regulations, airline-specific policies, and preparation guides for flying with your service dog. Updated for 2026.Regulaciones DOT actualizadas para 2026.

State-by-State LawsLeyes por Estado

Many states offer protections beyond federal law. Find specific regulations, fraud penalties, and additional rights in your state.Muchos estados ofrecen protecciones adicionales.

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Scam Detection GuideGuía Anti-Estafas

How to identify illegitimate services selling worthless registrations. Learn what real clinical documentation looks like.Cómo identificar servicios ilegítimos.

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FAQ & Myth BustingPreguntas y Mitos

Clear answers and corrections to widespread misconceptions about support animals, registration, and your legal protections.Respuestas claras a conceptos erróneos.

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How It WorksCómo Funciona

Support Animal Documentation in 3 StepsDocumentación en 3 Pasos

Fast, private, and clinically sound. No office visits. No waiting rooms. Same-day documentation if approved.Rápido, privado y clínicamente sólido. Sin visitas al consultorio.

1

Free Anonymous ScreeningEvaluación Anónima

Quick, confidential questionnaire about your situation. No personal info collected. No account needed. About 3 minutes. Zero obligation.Cuestionario confidencial. Sin información personal. Sin cuenta. Unos 3 minutos.

2

Clinical Assessment ReviewRevisión Clínica

A Licensed Clinical Doctor reviews your HIPAA-compliant assessment. Real evaluation by a real licensed professional — not a chatbot or rubber stamp. Grounded in doctoral research.Un Médico Clínico Licenciado revisa su evaluación compatible con HIPAA.

3

Same-Day DocumentationDocumentación el Mismo Día

If approved, choose your package and receive personalized letters signed by a Licensed Clinical Doctor on professional letterhead. Delivered same day. Valid 365 days.Si es aprobado, reciba cartas personalizadas firmadas por un Médico Licenciado el mismo día.

Start Free ScreeningComenzar

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Families HelpedFamilias
10+
Years of ServiceAños
4.7★
Trustpilot RatingTrustpilot
501(c)(3)
Verified NonprofitSin Fines de Lucro
$99
Same Since 2016Desde 2016
PackagesPaquetes

Transparent Pricing — Same Since 2016Precios Transparentes Desde 2016

All packages include personalized support animal letters, service animal airline forms, and clinical review by a Licensed Clinical Doctor. Valid 365 days.Todos incluyen cartas personalizadas, formularios de aerolínea y revisión clínica. Válidos 365 días.

Basic
$99
  • Personalized Support Animal LettersCartas Personalizadas
  • Service Animal Airline FormsFormularios de Aerolínea
  • Signed by Licensed Clinical DoctorFirmado por Médico Licenciado
  • Electronic DeliveryEntrega Electrónica
Get StartedComenzar
Most PopularMás Popular
Premium
$149
  • Everything in BasicTodo en Básico
  • Lifetime RegistrationRegistro de por Vida
  • Searchable Verification RecordRegistro de Verificación
  • Priority SupportSoporte Prioritario
Get StartedComenzar
Ultimate
$199
  • Everything in PremiumTodo en Premium
  • Unlimited PersonalizationPersonalización Ilimitada
  • Holographic ID CardTarjeta Holográfica
  • Medal Tag & Identifying LeashMedalla y Correa
  • Physical & Electronic DeliveryEntrega Física y Electrónica
Get StartedComenzar
See Your DocumentsVea Sus Documentos

What You’ll ReceiveLo Que Recibirá

Every document is signed by a Licensed Clinical Doctor, meets federal standards, and is verifiable instantly.Cada documento es firmado por un Médico Clínico Licenciado y verificable al instante.

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Personalized Support Animal LetterCarta Personalizada

On professional letterhead, signed by a Licensed Clinical Doctor with license number, dated, and specific to your situation.En papel membretado profesional, firmado por un Médico Licenciado.

Service Animal Airline FormsFormularios de Aerolínea

DOT-compliant forms accepted by major airlines. Pre-filled with your information and signed by your provider.Formularios compatibles con DOT aceptados por aerolíneas principales.

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2-Step Fraud PreventionPrevención de Fraude

QR code verification and online lookup at verify.mypsd.org. Landlords and airlines can confirm authenticity instantly.Verificación por código QR en verify.mypsd.org.

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Registration & Digital IDRegistro y ID Digital

Lifetime registration certificate and digital ID card with QR code. Searchable verification record.Certificado de registro de por vida y tarjeta de ID digital.

Ultimate
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Holographic ID, Leash & MedalID Holográfica, Correa y Medalla

Physical holographic ID card, identifying leash, and medal tag. Unlimited personalization. Ships 3–5 business days.Tarjeta holográfica física, correa y medalla. Envío 3–5 días.

Sample documents shown. Actual letters are personalized to your situation.Se muestran documentos de ejemplo. Las cartas reales son personalizadas.

🐕 Service Dog Training Plus🐕 Entrenamiento Plus

Service Dog Training PlusEntrenamiento de Perro de Servicio Plus

Already trained your service dog? A certified trainer reviews video of your dog performing tasks, scores each skill, and issues a verifiable training certificate that never expires.¿Ya entrenó a su perro de servicio? Un entrenador certificado revisa el video, evalúa cada habilidad y emite un certificado verificable.

$149
One-time purchase · Never expiresCompra única · Nunca expira
  • Certified trainer reviews video of your dog’s tasksEntrenador certificado revisa video
  • Individual skill scoring & professional evaluationPuntuación individual de habilidades
  • Official training certificate with verification codeCertificado oficial con código
  • Document never expires — one-time purchaseNunca expira — compra única
  • No in-person visit — submit from homeSin visita presencial
Add Training PlusAgregar Entrenamiento Plus

Service dogs only · Verified at officialservicedog.comSolo perros de servicio · Verificado en officialservicedog.com

Not sure which package is right for you? ¿No está seguro de qué paquete es adecuado?

Find Your Package in Under a Minute Encuentre Su Paquete en Menos de un Minuto

Answer three quick questions. We'll recommend the package that fits your situation — no pressure, no guarantees. Responda tres preguntas rápidas. Le recomendaremos el paquete que se ajuste a su situación — sin presión, sin garantías.

Question 1 of 3 Pregunta 1 de 3

What do you primarily need documentation for? ¿Para qué necesita documentación principalmente?

Question 2 of 3 Pregunta 2 de 3

Would you like your animal permanently listed in the International Registry? ¿Desea que su animal esté permanentemente en el Registro Internacional?

Lifetime registry means your animal stays in the database even after your letters renew. El registro de por vida significa que su animal permanece en la base de datos incluso después de renovar sus cartas.

Question 3 of 3 Pregunta 3 de 3

Do you want physical items — ID card, certificate, collar tag, and leash? ¿Quiere artículos físicos — tarjeta de ID, certificado, placa de collar y correa?

Physical items are shipped to you. Digital access is included in every package. Los artículos físicos se envían por correo. El acceso digital está incluido en cada paquete.

One more question Una pregunta más

Is your dog trained to perform specific tasks for a disability? ¿Su perro está entrenado para realizar tareas específicas para una discapacidad?

Task training is what makes a dog a Service Dog rather than a Support Animal. El entrenamiento de tareas es lo que hace que un perro sea Perro de Servicio en lugar de Animal de Apoyo.

Your Recommendation Nuestra Recomendación

    Not ready to buy? Take our free 3-minute screening first to confirm eligibility. ¿No está listo? Tome la evaluación gratuita de 3 minutos primero.

    Clinical TeamEquipo Clínico

    Real People. Real Credentials. Verified.Personas Reales. Credenciales Verificadas.

    Every article is clinically reviewed. Every evaluation is overseen by our credentialed leadership team. No stock photos. No invented biographies. Every credential is independently verifiable.Cada artículo es revisado clínicamente. Sin fotos de stock. Cada credencial es verificable.

    Dr. Patrick Fisher
    Dr. Patrick Fisher, PhD, NCC
    Founder & Clinical DirectorFundador y Director Clínico
    The Service Animal Expert™

    Licensed Professional Counselor (DC LPC PRC14016). NPI: 1841714581. Walden University PhD — doctoral research validated support animal therapeutic outcomes. NCC #248269. Author of The Invisible Series. 20+ years clinical practice.Consejero Profesional Licenciado. PhD de Walden University. Más de 20 años de práctica.

    Ryan Gaughan
    Ryan Gaughan, BA, CSDT #6202
    Executive DirectorDirector Ejecutivo

    Kent State University, BA in Psychology & Animal Behavior. Certified Service Dog Trainer #6202 via IACP. Leads network operations and Training Plus program through OfficialServiceDog.com.Kent State University, BA en Psicología y Comportamiento Animal. Entrenador Certificado #6202.

    Not sure which one you need? ¿No está seguro de cuál necesita?

    Support Animal Letter vs. Service Dog Letter & Forms Carta de Animal de Apoyo vs. Carta y Formularios de Perro de Servicio

    TheraPetic® offers both — so every client gets the documentation that truly fits their situation. Here's a plain-English side-by-side to help you decide. TheraPetic® ofrece ambos — para que cada cliente reciba la documentación que realmente se ajusta a su situación. Aquí tiene una comparación clara para ayudarle a decidir.

    For Home & Housing Para Hogar y Vivienda

    Support Animal Letter Carta de Animal de Apoyo

    A signed clinical letter from a Licensed Clinical Doctor confirming an emotional or mental health condition and that a companion animal is part of your care plan. It's the documentation landlords ask for under the Fair Housing Act. Una carta clínica firmada por un Doctor Clínico Licenciado que confirma una condición emocional o de salud mental y que un animal de compañía es parte de su plan de cuidado. Es la documentación que los propietarios solicitan bajo la Ley de Vivienda Justa.

    • Who it's for: People whose condition is eased by the presence of an animal — anxiety, depression, PTSD, panic, grief. Para quién es: Personas cuya condición se alivia con la presencia de un animal — ansiedad, depresión, TEPT, pánico, duelo.
    • Any species: Dog, cat, rabbit, bird — whatever helps you. Cualquier especie: Perro, gato, conejo, ave — lo que le ayude.
    • No task training required: The animal provides comfort by being present. No requiere entrenamiento: El animal da consuelo con su presencia.
    • Housing protection: Fair Housing Act — "no pets" rules and pet deposits can be waived. Protección de vivienda: Ley de Vivienda Justa — se pueden eximir reglas de "no mascotas" y depósitos.
    • Not for: Public access (stores, restaurants) or airline cabin travel (rules changed in 2021). No aplica para: Acceso público (tiendas, restaurantes) ni cabina de aerolíneas (reglas cambiaron en 2021).
    Best if: Ideal si: you need your pet in a no-pets apartment, want relief from deposits, or need housing documentation. necesita su mascota en un apartamento sin mascotas, quiere evitar depósitos, o necesita documentación de vivienda.
    For Public Access & Travel Para Acceso Público y Viajes

    Service Dog Letter & Training Forms Carta y Formularios de Entrenamiento de Perro de Servicio

    A clinical letter confirming a qualifying disability, plus the training documentation airlines and public venues expect. Our triple-reviewer model pairs a Licensed Clinical Doctor with a certified trainer (CSDT #6202) and veterinary review. Una carta clínica que confirma una discapacidad calificada, más la documentación de entrenamiento que aerolíneas y lugares públicos esperan. Nuestro modelo revisa con un Doctor Clínico Licenciado, entrenador certificado (CSDT #6202) y revisión veterinaria.

    • Who it's for: People whose disability substantially limits daily activities and whose dog is trained to perform specific tasks. Para quién es: Personas cuya discapacidad limita sustancialmente actividades diarias y cuyo perro está entrenado para tareas específicas.
    • Dogs only: Must be trained to perform at least one disability-related task. Solo perros: Debe estar entrenado para realizar al menos una tarea relacionada con la discapacidad.
    • Training support included: Task logs, handler guides, and Training Plus documentation are available. Apoyo de entrenamiento incluido: Registros de tareas, guías para el manejador y documentación Training Plus disponibles.
    • Public access (ADA): Service dogs are allowed where pets are not — stores, restaurants, workplaces. Acceso público (ADA): Los perros de servicio son permitidos donde las mascotas no — tiendas, restaurantes, trabajos.
    • Air travel (ACAA): Protected for cabin travel with the U.S. DOT Service Animal Air Transportation Form. Viaje aéreo (ACAA): Protegido para cabina con el Formulario del DOT de EE.UU. de Transporte Aéreo de Animal de Servicio.
    Best if: Ideal si: you need your dog with you in public, on flights, or at work — and your dog is (or is becoming) task-trained. necesita su perro en público, en vuelos o en el trabajo — y está (o está siendo) entrenado para tareas.
    Side-by-side at a glance Comparación rápida
    What It Covers Qué Cubre Support Animal Animal de Apoyo Service Dog Perro de Servicio
    Housing (Fair Housing Act)Vivienda
    Public access (stores, restaurants)Acceso público
    Airline cabin travelCabina de aerolínea
    Species allowedEspecies AnyCualquiera Dogs onlySolo perros
    Task training requiredEntrenamiento de tareas
    Reviewed by Licensed Clinical DoctorRevisado por Doctor Clínico Licenciado
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    We can’t edit or remove what people say. That’s real transparency.No podemos editar lo que la gente dice. Eso es transparencia real.

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    Published ResearchInvestigación Publicada

    Published by Our FounderPublicado por Nuestro Fundador

    Part of The Invisible Series — exploring the unseen forces that shape disability, law, identity, and the human-animal bond.Parte de La Serie Invisible.

    The Invisible Bond
    From Our Clinical DirectorDe Nuestro Director

    The Invisible Bond

    By Dr. Patrick Fisher, PhD

    The Invisible Disability
    From Our Clinical DirectorDe Nuestro Director

    The Invisible Disability

    By Dr. Patrick Fisher, PhD

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked QuestionsPreguntas Frecuentes

    Clear, honest answers from our clinical team.Respuestas claras y honestas de nuestro equipo.

    You need a clinical letter from a Licensed Clinical Doctor confirming a disability-related need. It must be on professional letterhead with the provider’s license info and dated within the past year. At TheraPetic®, every evaluation uses HIPAA-compliant clinical assessments — not chatbots, not questionnaires alone. The clinical letter is what carries legal weight under the Fair Housing Act.Necesita una carta de un Médico Clínico Licenciado en papel membretado profesional.
    Under the Fair Housing Act, landlords must accommodate documented support animals. They cannot charge pet deposits or pet rent. Exceptions are very limited. If your landlord refuses, call us at (800) 851-4390 — our advocacy team helps you understand your options.Bajo la Ley de Vivienda Justa, los arrendadores deben acomodar animales de apoyo documentados. Llámenos al (800) 851-4390.
    Service dogs perform trained tasks for a disability (ADA public access + FHA housing). Support animals provide therapeutic companionship (FHA housing only, not ADA public access). Since 2021, airlines only accommodate trained service dogs in cabin. We provide documentation for both.Perros de servicio: tareas entrenadas (ADA + FHA). Animales de apoyo: compañía terapéutica (FHA para vivienda).
    No. There is no legally required registry. What you need is a clinical letter from a Licensed Clinical Doctor. Registration is an optional convenience — the clinical letter is what carries legal weight. Be wary of any site claiming registration is required or implying it’s a government process.No. No existe un registro legalmente requerido. La carta clínica es lo que tiene peso legal.
    Absolutely. Verified 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN: 81-3003968) since 2016. Founded by Dr. Patrick Fisher, PhD, NCC. 50,000+ families. Verify on IRS.gov, Candid, or read our 4.7-star Trustpilot reviews. Visit our office: 1030 15th St NW Suite 170, Washington DC.Absolutamente. 501(c)(3) verificada (EIN: 81-3003968). Verifique en IRS.gov, Candid, o Trustpilot (4.7 estrellas).
    Red flags: guaranteed instant approval without clinical evaluation, stock photos for “team,” selling only ID cards/vests without clinical letters, claiming to be a government registry, no transparency (no EIN, no address, no real people). Legitimate services involve real clinical assessments by verifiable Licensed Clinical Doctors.Señales: aprobación garantizada, fotos de stock, solo venden tarjetas, dicen ser registro del gobierno, sin transparencia.
    A legitimate letter must come from a Licensed Clinical Doctor — a psychologist, psychiatrist, or licensed clinical social worker — licensed in your state. It must include the provider's license number, NPI, date, and a clinical determination. TheraPetic letters include all of these plus a verification code for landlord authentication at officialserviceanimal.com.A legitimate letter must come from a Licensed Clinical Doctor — a psychologist, psychiatrist, or licensed clinical social worker — licensed in your state. It must include the provider's license number, NPI, date, and a clinical determination. TheraPetic letters include all of these plus a verification code for landlord authentication at officialserviceanimal.com.
    Red flags: instant approval without a clinical evaluation, no named licensed provider, no license number or NPI on documentation, a fake registry requirement, lifetime validity claims, and no money-back guarantee. TheraPetic is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with NPI-verified Licensed Clinical Doctors, a public verification portal, and a 100% qualification guarantee.Red flags: instant approval without a clinical evaluation, no named licensed provider, no license number or NPI on documentation, a fake registry requirement, lifetime validity claims, and no money-back guarantee. TheraPetic is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with NPI-verified Licensed Clinical Doctors, a public verification portal, and a 100% qualification guarantee.
    A landlord may request documentation but cannot reject valid documentation from a licensed provider that meets Fair Housing Act requirements. TheraPetic documentation is verifiable through officialserviceanimal.com and includes all federally required elements.A landlord may request documentation but cannot reject valid documentation from a licensed provider that meets Fair Housing Act requirements. TheraPetic documentation is verifiable through officialserviceanimal.com and includes all federally required elements.
    Housing and airline documentation serve different legal purposes. TheraPetic provides all applicable documentation in every package — housing letters and service animal airline forms are both included with same-day delivery.Housing and airline documentation serve different legal purposes. TheraPetic provides all applicable documentation in every package — housing letters and service animal airline forms are both included with same-day delivery.
    A letter from a Licensed Clinical Doctor is the only documentation with legal standing under the Fair Housing Act. Certificates, registry cards, and database listings have zero legal weight — they are not recognized by HUD, the DOJ, or any federal agency.A letter from a Licensed Clinical Doctor is the only documentation with legal standing under the Fair Housing Act. Certificates, registry cards, and database listings have zero legal weight — they are not recognized by HUD, the DOJ, or any federal agency.
    TheraPetic documentation is valid for 365 days. Most landlords require current documentation. TheraPetic sends a 45-day advance reminder before expiration. Renewal evaluations maintain uninterrupted protection.TheraPetic documentation is valid for 365 days. Most landlords require current documentation. TheraPetic sends a 45-day advance reminder before expiration. Renewal evaluations maintain uninterrupted protection.
    Yes. TheraPetic delivers documentation same-day. There is no federal law requiring 48-hour turnaround — HUD gives landlords 10 business days to respond. Same-day delivery means you meet any deadline.Yes. TheraPetic delivers documentation same-day. There is no federal law requiring 48-hour turnaround — HUD gives landlords 10 business days to respond. Same-day delivery means you meet any deadline.
    TheraPetic documentation meets all FHA requirements with NPI-verified providers and a public verification portal. If denied, landlords can verify at officialserviceanimal.com. If still denied, file a HUD complaint at no cost.TheraPetic documentation meets all FHA requirements with NPI-verified providers and a public verification portal. If denied, landlords can verify at officialserviceanimal.com. If still denied, file a HUD complaint at no cost.
    Airlines require the DOT form at least 48 hours before departure for psychiatric service dogs. Every TheraPetic package includes pre-completed DOT forms delivered same-day — ready to submit well before the deadline.Airlines require the DOT form at least 48 hours before departure for psychiatric service dogs. Every TheraPetic package includes pre-completed DOT forms delivered same-day — ready to submit well before the deadline.
    Yes. We accept Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and Affirm. Our MCC 8099 classification qualifies for HSA/FSA reimbursement.Yes. We accept Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and Affirm. Our MCC 8099 classification qualifies for HSA/FSA reimbursement.

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