Get Your Service Dog or Support Animal Documentation
Obtenga Su Documentación de Perro de Servicio o Animal de Apoyo
Licensed mental health professionals review your needs and provide clinical letters for housing and travel. It's easy, fast, and completely confidential. Start your free screening today.
Profesionales de salud mental con licencia revisan sus necesidades y proporcionan cartas oficiales para vivienda y viajes. Es fácil, rápido y completamente confidencial.
🗺️ Find Your State's Laws
🗺️ Encuentre las Leyes de Su Estado
Every state has different rules for service dogs and emotional support animals. See exactly what protections you have where you live.
Cada estado tiene diferentes reglas para perros de servicio y animales de apoyo emocional. Vea exactamente qué protecciones tiene donde vive.
View All 50 States → Ver los 50 Estados →How It Works
Cómo Funciona
Getting your service dog or support animal documentation is simple. Three easy steps and you're done.
Obtener su documentación de perro de servicio o animal de apoyo es simple. Tres pasos fáciles y listo.
Free Screening
Evaluación Gratuita
Answer a few simple questions about your needs. Takes only 2-3 minutes. No commitment required.
Responda algunas preguntas simples sobre sus necesidades. Solo toma 2-3 minutos. Sin compromiso.
Provider Review
Revisión del Proveedor
A licensed mental health professional reviews your information and conducts a consultation.
Un profesional de salud mental con licencia revisa su información y realiza una consulta.
Get Your Letters
Reciba Sus Cartas
If approved, receive your clinical documentation for housing and travel within 24-48 hours.
Si es aprobado, reciba su documentación oficial para vivienda y viajes dentro de 24-48 horas.
Service Dogs vs. Support Animals vs. Therapy Dogs
Perros de Servicio vs. Animales de Apoyo vs. Perros de Terapia
Many people confuse these terms. Understanding the differences helps you know what you qualify for and what legal protections apply to your situation.
Muchas personas confunden estos términos. Entender las diferencias le ayuda a saber para qué califica y qué protecciones legales aplican a su situación.
We can help you if you need a Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD) or an Emotional Support Animal (ESA). Both provide real mental health benefits and legal protections.
Podemos ayudarle si necesita un Perro de Servicio Psiquiátrico (PSD) o un Animal de Apoyo Emocional (ESA). Ambos proporcionan beneficios reales de salud mental y protecciones legales.
Learn the Differences → Aprenda las Diferencias →| Type | Tipo | We Help? | ¿Ayudamos? | Housing | Vivienda | Travel | Viaje |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Dog (PSD) | ✓ YES | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Support Animal (ESA) | ✓ YES | ✓ | Varies | ||||
| Therapy Dog | Education Only | ✗ | ✗ |
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Precios Simples y Transparentes
All packages include evaluation by a licensed mental health professional. 100% satisfaction guaranteed.
Todos los paquetes incluyen evaluación por un profesional de salud mental con licencia. Satisfacción 100% garantizada.
Basic Package
Paquete Básico
- ESA & PSD Letters (1 Year)
- Cartas ESA y PSD (1 Año)
- Airline Travel Forms
- Formularios de Viaje Aéreo
- Electronic Access
- Acceso Electrónico
- 24/7 Support
- Soporte 24/7
Premium Package
Paquete Premium
- Everything in Basic
- Todo en Básico
- Lifetime Registration
- Registro de por Vida
- Digital ID Card
- Tarjeta de ID Digital
- Priority Support
- Soporte Prioritario
Ultimate Package
Paquete Completo
- Everything in Premium
- Todo en Premium
- Physical ID Card Mailed
- Tarjeta de ID Física Enviada
- Printed Letters Mailed
- Cartas Impresas Enviadas
- Certificate of Registration
- Certificado de Registro
Support Animal Letter vs. Service Dog Letter & Forms Carta de Animal de Apoyo vs. Carta y Formularios de Perro de Servicio
TheraPetic® offers both — so every client gets the documentation that truly fits their situation. Here's a plain-English side-by-side to help you decide. TheraPetic® ofrece ambos — para que cada cliente reciba la documentación que realmente se ajusta a su situación. Aquí tiene una comparación clara para ayudarle a decidir.
Support Animal Letter Carta de Animal de Apoyo
A signed clinical letter from a Licensed Clinical Doctor confirming an emotional or mental health condition and that a companion animal is part of your care plan. It's the documentation landlords ask for under the Fair Housing Act. Una carta clínica firmada por un Doctor Clínico Licenciado que confirma una condición emocional o de salud mental y que un animal de compañía es parte de su plan de cuidado. Es la documentación que los propietarios solicitan bajo la Ley de Vivienda Justa.
- Who it's for: People whose condition is eased by the presence of an animal — anxiety, depression, PTSD, panic, grief. Para quién es: Personas cuya condición se alivia con la presencia de un animal — ansiedad, depresión, TEPT, pánico, duelo.
- Any species: Dog, cat, rabbit, bird — whatever helps you. Cualquier especie: Perro, gato, conejo, ave — lo que le ayude.
- No task training required: The animal provides comfort by being present. No requiere entrenamiento: El animal da consuelo con su presencia.
- Housing protection: Fair Housing Act — "no pets" rules and pet deposits can be waived. Protección de vivienda: Ley de Vivienda Justa — se pueden eximir reglas de "no mascotas" y depósitos.
- Not for: Public access (stores, restaurants) or airline cabin travel (rules changed in 2021). No aplica para: Acceso público (tiendas, restaurantes) ni cabina de aerolíneas (reglas cambiaron en 2021).
Service Dog Letter & Training Forms Carta y Formularios de Entrenamiento de Perro de Servicio
A clinical letter confirming a qualifying disability, plus the training documentation airlines and public venues expect. Our triple-reviewer model pairs a Licensed Clinical Doctor with a certified trainer (CSDT #6202) and veterinary review. Una carta clínica que confirma una discapacidad calificada, más la documentación de entrenamiento que aerolíneas y lugares públicos esperan. Nuestro modelo revisa con un Doctor Clínico Licenciado, entrenador certificado (CSDT #6202) y revisión veterinaria.
- Who it's for: People whose disability substantially limits daily activities and whose dog is trained to perform specific tasks. Para quién es: Personas cuya discapacidad limita sustancialmente actividades diarias y cuyo perro está entrenado para tareas específicas.
- Dogs only: Must be trained to perform at least one disability-related task. Solo perros: Debe estar entrenado para realizar al menos una tarea relacionada con la discapacidad.
- Training support included: Task logs, handler guides, and Training Plus documentation are available. Apoyo de entrenamiento incluido: Registros de tareas, guías para el manejador y documentación Training Plus disponibles.
- Public access (ADA): Service dogs are allowed where pets are not — stores, restaurants, workplaces. Acceso público (ADA): Los perros de servicio son permitidos donde las mascotas no — tiendas, restaurantes, trabajos.
- Air travel (ACAA): Protected for cabin travel with the U.S. DOT Service Animal Air Transportation Form. Viaje aéreo (ACAA): Protegido para cabina con el Formulario del DOT de EE.UU. de Transporte Aéreo de Animal de Servicio.
| What It Covers Qué Cubre | Support Animal Animal de Apoyo | Service Dog Perro de Servicio |
|---|---|---|
| Housing (Fair Housing Act)Vivienda | ✓ | ✓ |
| Public access (stores, restaurants)Acceso público | — | ✓ |
| Airline cabin travelCabina de aerolínea | — | ✓ |
| Species allowedEspecies | AnyCualquiera | Dogs onlySolo perros |
| Task training requiredEntrenamiento de tareas | — | ✓ |
| Reviewed by Licensed Clinical DoctorRevisado por Doctor Clínico Licenciado | ✓ | ✓ |
Conditions We Support
Condiciones que Apoyamos
Service dogs and emotional support animals help with many mental and physical health conditions.
Los perros de servicio y animales de apoyo emocional ayudan con muchas condiciones de salud mental y física.
Anxiety & Stress
Ansiedad y Estrés
Generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks
Ansiedad generalizada, ansiedad social, ataques de pánico
Depression
Depresión
Major depressive disorder, seasonal affective
Trastorno depresivo mayor, afectivo estacional
PTSD
TEPT
Post-traumatic stress, trauma recovery
Estrés postraumático, recuperación de trauma
ADHD & Autism
TDAH y Autismo
Focus, sensory processing, daily structure
Enfoque, procesamiento sensorial, estructura diaria
Sleep Disorders
Trastornos del Sueño
Insomnia, nightmares, sleep disruption
Insomnio, pesadillas, interrupción del sueño
Phobias & OCD
Fobias y TOC
Specific fears, obsessive-compulsive patterns
Miedos específicos, patrones obsesivo-compulsivos
What Our Clients Say
Lo Que Dicen Nuestros Clientes
Join over 50,000 families who trust us for their service dog and support animal needs.
Únase a más de 50,000 familias que confían en nosotros para sus necesidades de perros de servicio y animales de apoyo.
"So easy! I was nervous about the process but the team walked me through everything. Got my letter in less than 24 hours and my landlord accepted it right away."
"¡Muy fácil! Estaba nervioso por el proceso pero el equipo me guió en todo. Recibí mi carta en menos de 24 horas y mi arrendador la aceptó de inmediato."
"My dog Max has been my lifeline with PTSD. TheraPetic made getting proper documentation simple. The provider was compassionate and really listened."
"Mi perro Max ha sido mi salvavidas con el TEPT. TheraPetic hizo que obtener la documentación adecuada fuera simple. El proveedor fue compasivo y realmente escuchó."
"As a nonprofit, they actually care about helping people. No hidden fees, no pressure. Just genuine support for those who need their animals for their health."
"Como organización sin fines de lucro, realmente se preocupan por ayudar a las personas. Sin cargos ocultos, sin presión. Solo apoyo genuino."
Ready to Get Started?
¿Listo Para Comenzar?
Take the free screening in just 2-3 minutes. No commitment. See if you qualify for service dog or support animal documentation.
Tome la evaluación gratuita en solo 2-3 minutos. Sin compromiso. Vea si califica para documentación de perro de servicio o animal de apoyo.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to help you understand your rights and our services.
What is a therapy dog?▾
How do I get my dog certified as a therapy dog?▾
Can therapy dogs go anywhere service dogs can?▾
What is the difference between a therapy dog and a service dog?▾
Do therapy dogs need any special training?Do therapy dogs need any special training?▾
Therapy dogs need reliable basic obedience, comfort with being handled by strangers including children and elderly individuals, calmness around wheelchairs and medical equipment, and no reactivity to loud or sudden noises. Most programs require a Canine Good Citizen evaluation or equivalent.
Therapy dogs need reliable basic obedience, comfort with being handled by strangers including children and elderly individuals, calmness around wheelchairs and medical equipment, and no reactivity to loud or sudden noises. Most programs require a Canine Good Citizen evaluation or equivalent.
Do therapy dog handlers need documentation?Do therapy dog handlers need documentation?▾
Therapy dog handlers carry credentials from their certifying organization — not clinical documentation like service dog or ESA handlers. If you need documentation for housing accommodations, you need an emotional support animal or service dog evaluation from a Licensed Clinical Doctor, not therapy dog credentials.
Therapy dog handlers carry credentials from their certifying organization — not clinical documentation like service dog or ESA handlers. If you need documentation for housing accommodations, you need an emotional support animal or service dog evaluation from a Licensed Clinical Doctor, not therapy dog credentials.
Can a therapy dog also be an emotional support animal?Can a therapy dog also be an emotional support animal?▾
Yes. A dog can serve as a therapy dog for volunteer visits and also be documented as an emotional support animal for its owner's housing accommodations. These are two separate designations with different legal protections.
Yes. A dog can serve as a therapy dog for volunteer visits and also be documented as an emotional support animal for its owner's housing accommodations. These are two separate designations with different legal protections.
What breeds make the best therapy dogs?What breeds make the best therapy dogs?▾
Any breed can be a therapy dog. Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, and Standard Poodles are popular choices, but mixed breeds frequently excel. Individual temperament matters more than breed.
Any breed can be a therapy dog. Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, and Standard Poodles are popular choices, but mixed breeds frequently excel. Individual temperament matters more than breed.
What facilities accept therapy dog visits?What facilities accept therapy dog visits?▾
Hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, rehabilitation centers, schools, universities, libraries, courthouses for witness support, disaster relief sites, and mental health treatment centers. Each facility sets its own policies for therapy dog visits.
Hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, rehabilitation centers, schools, universities, libraries, courthouses for witness support, disaster relief sites, and mental health treatment centers. Each facility sets its own policies for therapy dog visits.
Do therapy dogs need any special training?▾
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Part of The Invisible Series — exploring the unseen forces that shape disability, law, identity, and the human-animal bond.Parte de La Serie Invisible — explorando las fuerzas invisibles que moldean la discapacidad, la ley, la identidad y el vínculo humano-animal.
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