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What is the main purpose of service animals?
What is the main purpose of service animals?
- To guide people with disabilities safely and perform specific tasks for them (correct)
- To compete in obedience competitions
- To replace pets for people with disabilities
- To provide companionship to people with disabilities
Why are service animals different from regular pets?
Why are service animals different from regular pets?
- Service animals are only allowed indoors
- Service animals receive special training to assist individuals with disabilities (correct)
- Service animals are smaller in size compared to regular pets
- Service animals do not form emotional bonds with their owners
What animals are defined as service animals according to the US Department of Justice?
What animals are defined as service animals according to the US Department of Justice?
- Dogs and horses (correct)
- Dogs and rabbits
- Dogs and cats
- Dogs and birds
Why is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) important for individuals with disabilities?
Why is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) important for individuals with disabilities?
What is one addition made to the list of service animals by the US rules passed in 2010?
What is one addition made to the list of service animals by the US rules passed in 2010?
How do service animals assist individuals with disabilities in public places?
How do service animals assist individuals with disabilities in public places?
Which type of service animal is specifically mentioned as providing help to people who are blind or have low vision?
Which type of service animal is specifically mentioned as providing help to people who are blind or have low vision?
What breeds are mentioned as the most common for service dogs?
What breeds are mentioned as the most common for service dogs?
How long might it take to train a service dog before it is ready to be placed with a person?
How long might it take to train a service dog before it is ready to be placed with a person?
What distinguishes therapy animals from service animals?
What distinguishes therapy animals from service animals?
Which characteristic helps identify service animals to others?
Which characteristic helps identify service animals to others?
What distinguishes companion animals from service animals?
What distinguishes companion animals from service animals?
