Service animalsexternal icon are defined as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.
A therapy animalexternal icon is used in a type of animal-assisted intervention. In this case, in a goal-directed intervention in which an animal meeting specific criteria is an integral part of the treatment process.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Actexternal icon, service animals must be permitted to remain with their handlers.
We are still learning about the virus that causes COVID-19, but it appears that the virus can spread from people to animals in some situations.
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