Advocates for Service Animal Partners

 Having a service animal access issue? Call us at 855-ASAP211 (855-272-7211) for help!
 Having a service animal access issue? Call us at 855-ASAP211 (855-272-7211) for help!

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View the Navigating the Service Animal Landscape: Insights for businesses & managers here

Most people are aware that disabled individuals have the right to be accompanied by a service dog. But have you ever wondered about the rights that businesses have under the Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA, when it comes to service animals? It’s a fascinating topic that underscores the importance of understanding and accommodating the needs of individuals with disabilities. It seems to be a very overlooked fact, but do you know that, when it comes to service dogs, businesses have rights under the ADA, too! Watch this video and learn about the rights & responsibilities of service animal handlers and the businesses we patronize.

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ASAP211: A Hotline for Information & Support

Advocates for Service Animal Partners has a 24/7 toll-free hotline. If you are experiencing an active access issue and need urgent assistance, please call the ASAP advocacy hotline 855-ASAP211 (855-272-7211)

For general information about service animals or for other administrative needs, please call our office during business hours of 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Eastern, Monday-Friday, 386-ASAP411 386-272-7411 

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About Advocates for Service Animal Partners 

ASAP is a network of service animal advocates across the United States. We encourage, educate, and support service animal handlers through informational webinars, educational materials, and direct advocacy support, intervention, and mediation.

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Become a Partner

"You must be the change you want to see in the world!” Ghandi’s words encourage us to become a part of the change and we are committed to shifting public perception of service animals and removing the legal and attitudinal barriers keeping us from enjoying a full, productive, dynamic life. As an ASAP partner, you will have access to information and resources to help you become your own best advocate, as well as an ambassador for other service animal handlers.

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Resources About Service Animals 

Here you will find such resources as FAQs, recorded webinars, compelling videos, guidance concerning service animals for different industries, and downloadable documents about service animals you can give to others.

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Laws & Regulations

This portal will provide an ever-growing compilation of state and federal laws concerning the use of service animals along with other technical documents to help you be an effective advocate.

In the News

Keep up with the latest news releases and stories about ASAP and its partners, as well as other stories of interest to service animal handlers.

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For general information about service animals or for other administrative needs, please call our office during business hours of 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Eastern, Monday-Friday 386-ASAP411 (386-272-7411)