Companion Animal Defined Flashcards
What is a companion animal?
A mutually beneficial relationship between animals and humans.
What generation owns the majority of today’s pets?
Millennials
What are 8 of the most popular pets? (ranked)
- dogs
- cats
- freshwater fish
- birds
- small animals
- reptiles
- horses
- saltwater fish
What percent of households have pets? What is the percent increase?
68% have pets, 12% increase
Why is there such an increase in pets?
people choosing to have pets over kids
What are 5 major changes in the pet industry?
food
treats
services
end of life
technology
What is a service dog?
dog or miniature horse trained to perform a task for someone with a disability
What is an emotional support dog? (ESA)
medically prescribed animals providing therapeutic benefit
What is a therapy dog?
animals assisting therapy as a form of treatment
What 2 animals can be service animals?
- dogs
- miniature horses
In what 5 ways are service animals protected under fed law?
- No “pet fees”
- Cannot be discriminated against
- No mandatory documents/registration
- cannot ask about the disability
- Not affected by breed bans
hat 2 questions can you ask someone with a service animal?
- What service does the animal provide?
- Is the animal required for assisting with a disability?
What 3 things are required for service animals?
- can not be out of control
- can not pose a threat to public safety
- must be under handler’s care
What is an ESA NOT?
A psychiatric service animal
2 differences between ESAs and service animals
- ESAs can not go where service animals can
- airlines do not have to accommodate for ESAs
