The link below goes to one of the best videos that I have seen on the topic. Just this point -- a SD does not have any type of rights over those normal rights given to canines in a specific location, such as proper care of a dog. When speaking of "Public Access Rights" (Civil Rights) you need to remember that the rights belong to the disabled person to take their SD into this location with them.
-- Example: A SD is not allowed into a no-pets-store by itself or with a friend or family member of the handler. The SD receives its legal standing by virtue of working for a person with a disability for whom the dog was individually trained.
Bottom line is the PA rights belong to the disabled handler and not to the dog.
I bring this point up as it is a major thing to remember when reading any law dealing with a SD. It is also a huge point in the law if someone ever finds that they are involved in a legal dispute.
-- Example: A SD is not allowed into a no-pets-store by itself or with a friend or family member of the handler. The SD receives its legal standing by virtue of working for a person with a disability for whom the dog was individually trained.
Bottom line is the PA rights belong to the disabled handler and not to the dog.
I bring this point up as it is a major thing to remember when reading any law dealing with a SD. It is also a huge point in the law if someone ever finds that they are involved in a legal dispute.