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What is the difference between a service animal and an emotional support animal? The answer might surprise you! And, it can greatly affect your rights and ability to take your animal with you! Even though we are based in Colorado, generally speaking, the laws discussed here are applicable all over the United States because there …

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If you dog sit at your house, or breed dogs at your house, you might need a license under Colorado’s PACFA (the Pet Animal Care Facilities Act). If you transport dogs for purposes of dog sitting from your customer’s home to your home, you likely need a pet transport license and/or a pet handler’s license …

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The ADA Education and Reform Act passed on a 225-to-192 vote in February of this year. Proponents of the bill say it is aimed at curbing unscrupulous lawyers who seek profit by threatening businesses with litigation without actually seeking to improve access for the disabled. Activists say the bill, if enacted, would essentially gut the …

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Many people with disabilities use Pit Bulls as service dogs. In Colorado, many cities ban pit bulls and owners may find themselves with a criminal citation for owning and possessing a pit bull – but the dog may also be euthanized once forfeited to the city. The following cities ban pit bulls: Aurora Commerce City …

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Please, for the love of all that is good in this world, STOP talking to the police. Just because a police officer asks you questions, does not mean you have to answer them. You do not have to answer police questions. Especially if you are under arrest. I am sure you have heard the phrase …

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Yes. In April of this year, Governor Hickenlooper signed a bill into law protecting Good Samaritans from prosecution who break car windows to save dying dogs. However, be aware that the law does not go into effect until August 9, 2017. There are, of course, some requirements in order to receive protection under the law …

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