Which statement best reflects service animals under the ADA?

• A. Service animals must be allowed in areas open to the public; emotional support animals are generally not recognized as service animals
• B. Service animals are allowed in public areas only if they are dogs
• C. Emotional support animals are always recognized as service animals
• D. Service animals are not allowed in areas open to the public under any circumstances

Answer: (A)

The main idea is that service animals have public access rights under the ADA. A service animal is a dog trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability, and these animals must be allowed in areas open to the public. Emotional support animals, on the other hand, are not considered service animals under the ADA and don’t have the same access rights. So this statement correctly captures the distinction and the access rule.