WildBill wrote:Since I became aware of this topic I have done a little research on the PTSD service dogs. I have no problem with dogs for the blind, but I think some of these others are going too far. I noticed that you can buy the vests on the internet so you can't be certain that the dogs are actually service dogs.Mahzik wrote:In general, I do not have a problem with legitimate, certified service dogs being allowed access to any business. My only issue is that I have seen many people abuse the service dog rules and get their little purse dog "certified" as a service dog because it helps them with their "anxiety." These tend to be to people who just want to take their dogs everywhere with them. I have even seen one woman insist that her two poorly groomed Bichons were "service dogs" and demanded that the airline gate agent allow them on board with her loose - no paperwork, no vests, no nothing. But then again, I have the same issue with many of the people with handicap parking permits....Charles L. Cotton wrote:Since 1997 when HB2909 passed, I've never seen a single 30.06 sign on a private residence. Realistically, we talking about private business property. How do you feel about the new Texas law (effective 1/1/2014) that requires businesses to allow veterans to enter with their service dogs? I'm not talking about blind customers, but all veterans with service dogs such as those that some PTSD patients use.scokill wrote:Not that I'm for increased 30.06 signs... but freedom also applies to private property owners. There shouldn't be a question of it's freedom for CHL holders or tyranny if property owners exercise their rights under the law. Just my 2 cents.
Chas.
I ran across a fellow the other day who was bragging about taking his dog everywhere. He just bought one of those vests off the interweb and, voila! Instant service dog.
