Emotional Support Animals

These articles will let you know all that there is about emotional support animals, as well as the process of how you can get an ESA Letter.
Having an emotional support animal can lead to massive improvements in one's mental health – but there are laws and regulations to follow depending on the state you live in. Find out more about Washington's emotional support animal laws at Pettable.

Washington Emotional Support Animal Laws: A Complete Guide (2023)

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
March 27, 2023
Owning an Emotional Support Animal (ESA) can do wonders for those struggling with mental health difficulties, however, there are certain rules that Pennsylvania residents must follow when bringing an ESA into their life. Learn more with Pettable.

Pennsylvania Emotional Support Animal Laws: A Complete Guide (2023)

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
March 17, 2023
Emotional Support Animals can help people with ADHD regulate their emotions, reduce the symptoms of their mental disorder, and lead more fulfilling lives.

If You Need An Emotional Support Animal for ADHD, Here's What You Need to Know

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
December 20, 2022
What are the guidelines for FSA Reimbursement and using this for your ESA or PSD? We’ve got your answers here.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Reimbursement For Your ESA or PSD

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
October 28, 2022
What are the guidelines for HSA Reimbursement and using this for your ESA or PSD? We’ve got your answers here.

Health Savings Account (HSA) Reimbursement For Your ESA or PSD

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
October 28, 2022
If you have an emotional support animal in Illinois, you should be aware of the ESA rules. We’ll discuss the relevant ESA laws and what rights you and your ESA have.

Illinois Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Laws - A Complete Guide for 2022

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
October 17, 2022
If you live in Idaho and have an emotional support animal, you should be aware of the relevant laws that affect you and your emotional support animal.

Idaho Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Laws - A Complete Guide for 2022

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
October 17, 2022
If you own an emotional support animal in Nevada, there are some rules and regulations you should know. Read on to learn about your rights as an ESA owner.

Nevada Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Laws - A Complete Guide for 2022

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
October 10, 2022
If you’re a New York resident interested in having an emotional support animal, you’ll need to understand the laws about ESAs in housing and public places.

New York Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Laws - A Complete Guide for 2022

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
October 5, 2022
Emotional Support Animals can help people with depression cope with feelings of loneliness and worry, and help them improve their outlook on life. 

Here’s Everything You Need About Getting An Emotional Support Animal for Depression

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
September 16, 2022
Emotional Support Animals can help people with anxiety cope with feelings of loneliness and worry, and help them improve their outlook on life.

Considering An Emotional Support Animal for Anxiety? Here’s What You Need To Know

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
September 7, 2022
Are you wondering if you can bring your pet to college with you? If you have an emotional support animal, you can! Find out more about colleges and ESA rights.

Can You Bring an Emotional Support Animal to School?

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
August 8, 2022
Emotional Support Animals are effective at helping veterans cope with PTSD, insomnia, anxiety, and other common mental health conditions.

What is an Emotional Support Animal for Veterans? Here's What You Need to Know

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
August 2, 2022
The laws surrounding emotional support animals can vary, depending on where you live. Read on for a full guide on ESAs in Oregon and how to obtain an ESA letter to help you.

Oregon Emotional Support Animal Laws for 2022

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
August 1, 2022
What are emotional dog vests and do I need one?

Emotional Support Dog Vests: Does My ESA Need One?

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
July 28, 2022
Learn how to receive ESA approval in Georgia using an emotional support animal letter.

Georgia Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Laws – A Complete Guide for 2023

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
July 28, 2022
The laws for obtaining and maintaining an emotional support animal (ESA) have slight variations depending on the state that you obtain the ESA letter. This is a guide on how to obtain an ESA letter in Wisconsin and the laws that come with handling one.

2023 Wisconsin Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Laws | Pettable

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
July 28, 2022
Living in Kentucky with an emotional support animal means you need to be aware of the differing laws and rights you and your support animal have in private and public.

Kentucky Emotional Support (ESA) Laws - A Complete Guide for 2023

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
July 28, 2022
For some, an emotional support animal is a part of everyday life, but ESA laws differ from state to state. Click here to learn more about ESA laws in Arizona.

Arizona Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Laws - A Complete Guide for 2022

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
July 13, 2022
There are many laws regarding Emotional Support Animals, and these laws can vary from state to state. Read on to learn more about ESA laws in Indiana.

Indiana Emotional Support Animal Laws (ESA laws) for 2023

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
July 13, 2022
Where can you take your emotional support animal in Colorado? Get all the details on state laws about housing and access rights for ESAs.

Colorado Emotional Support Animal Laws

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
July 13, 2022
Some ESA laws differ from state to state. Here is a complete guide for emotional support animal laws in Massachusetts.

Massachusetts Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Laws – A Complete Guide for 2023

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
July 13, 2022
Can you keep your emotional support animal in your home or at work in Texas? Find out what the rules are for ESA owners in The Lone Star State.

Texas Emotional Support Animal Laws

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
July 13, 2022
 Read this blog to learn the steps on how you can register your cat as an emotional support animal or ESA. Contact Pettable for more information.

Everything You Need to Know About How to Register a Cat as an Emotional Support Animal

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
July 13, 2022
Cats can be lovely companions, but sometimes the expected costs aren’t clear. Read about how much it costs to own a cat in your state!

The Cost of Owning a Cat in Each State

Emotional Support Animals
Doug Reffue - CEO & Founder of Pettable
Published:
July 13, 2022
Want to know where you can take your emotional support animal in North Carolina and the rules regarding one? Find out your rights as an ESA owner in the article below.

North Carolina Emotional Support Animal Laws - A Complete Guide for 2023

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
June 25, 2022
Wondering where you can take your emotional support animal in Florida? Check out this overview of Florida’s emotional support animal laws.

Florida Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Laws - Updated for 2022

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
June 25, 2022
Learn how an ESA letter can guarentee approval for an emotional support animal in Michigan.

Michigan Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Laws – A Complete Guide for 2023

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
June 25, 2022
Emotional support animal owners have certain rights under federal and state laws. Find out Missouri’s laws and rules regarding emotional support animals in this article

Missouri Emotional Support Animal Laws - A Complete Guide for 2022

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
June 25, 2022
What are the rules for emotional support animals in Oklahoma? Find out exactly where you can bring your ESA and what documentation you need to obtain for your animal.

Oklahoma Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Laws - A Complete Guide for 2023

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
June 25, 2022
Emotional support animals are crucial to their owners’ well-being and quality of life. Learn more about Ohio’s laws on ESA access and documentation in the article below.

Ohio Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Laws - A Complete Guide for 2023

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
June 25, 2022
Americans have endured a lot and we’ve seen a shift in mental wellness. We surveyed 1,500 people to find out about the state of mental health in 2022.

Survey: The State of Mental Health in America in 2022

Emotional Support Animals
Doug Reffue - CEO & Founder of Pettable
Published:
May 10, 2022
Pets have a powerful impact in our lives—especially on our mental health. We surveyed 1,500 people to learn how ESAs are affecting mental health.

Survey: The Impact of ESAs on Mental Health in America

Emotional Support Animals
Alisha Eskay - Customer Service
Published:
May 1, 2022
In February, we sent out the call to hire our first-ever Director of Doggie Flicks. Fadra Nally answered that call—see how she rated our favorite dog movies!

The 6 Best Dog Movie Reviews from Our Director of Doggie Flicks

Emotional Support Animals
Fadra Nally
Published:
April 12, 2022
The pandemic affected the mental wellness of the nation, so we surveyed 1,500 people in the United States to learn how COVID caused shifts in mental health.

Survey: COVID’s Affect on Mental Health in the United States

Emotional Support Animals
Alisha Eskay - Customer Service
Published:
April 6, 2022
Find answers to the most common questions around emotional support animal letters, the Pettable process, and who qualifies for a letter.

Pettable - Frequently Asked Questions!

Emotional Support Animals
Alisha Eskay - Customer Service
Published:
April 6, 2022
In 2022, California will implement a new ESA law. Stay up-to-date with the policy changes so you can know your rights and protections as an ESA owner.

What is California’s New Emotional Support Animal Law (AB 468) for 2022?

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
January 7, 2022
While finding a home with an emotional support animal can feel overwhelming, it doesn’t have to be. Here is our all-inclusive guide to renting with ESAs.

Guide to Renting an Apartment with an Emotional Support Animal

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
November 23, 2021
While it can be intimidating to inform your landlord about your ESA, it is in your best interest to do so. Here’s why.

Do I Have to Tell My Landlord I Have an Emotional Support Animal?

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
November 23, 2021
Having an emotional support pet, like an emotional support dog (ESD), is more complicated if you are a renter. Read on to find out if your landlord can deny your emotional support animal (ESA).

Can a Landlord Deny an ESA?

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
November 23, 2021
For new tenants, there can be worries, especially if the landlords have breed restrictions or don’t allow pets. Here are some tips for telling your landlord about your ESA.

How to Tell My Landlord About ESA Additions

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
November 23, 2021
If you own an emotional support animal, this is the perfect guide for you to learn more information on getting a proper ESA letter for housing in 2023.

How to Get an ESA Letter for Housing in 2023

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
November 1, 2021
Do you suffer from anxiety and are contemplating getting your own emotional support dog? This is the perfect guide for you. Read on for more information on emotional support dogs for those with anxiety.

Emotional Support Dogs For Anxiety: A Complete Guide

Emotional Support Animals
Doug Reffue - CEO & Founder of Pettable
Published:
August 30, 2021
If you experience panic attacks or other symptoms of anxiety, an emotional support animal can help. Find out more about emotional support dogs for anxiety.
Are you wondering what rights you have as the owner of an emotional support animal or psychiatric service dog? Learn more in this comprehensive guide.

The Complete Guide to Emotional Support Animal Laws & Psychiatric Service Dog Laws

Emotional Support Animals
Doug Reffue - CEO & Founder of Pettable
Published:
August 25, 2021
Are you wondering what rights you have as the owner of an emotional support animal or psychiatric service dog? Learn more in this comprehensive guide.
We consulted with mental health and legal experts to craft an in depth guide on everything you need to know in order to get an emotional support animal.

How To Get An Emotional Support Animal

Emotional Support Animals
Doug Reffue - CEO & Founder of Pettable
Published:
August 19, 2021
We consulted with mental health and legal experts to craft an in depth guide on everything you need to know in order to get an emotional support animal.
Yes, cats can be emotional support animals. We walk through in detail how to have your furry friend qualify and get certified as an ESA.

Can Cats Be Emotional Support Animals?

Emotional Support Animals
Doug Reffue - CEO & Founder of Pettable
Published:
July 19, 2021
Yes, cats can be emotional support animals. We walk through in detail how to have your furry friend qualify and get certified as an ESA. This is also true of any other pet that helps you with a mental health disability or mental health related challenge. So what are emotional support animals in the first place?
Read this walkthrough guide before purchasing an ESA letter to make sure you have all your bases covered. We'll go through everything you need to know to get an ESA letter that will work for you and your furry friend.

How To Get An ESA Letter

Emotional Support Animals
Rhiana Holmes - MA, LPC, LAC, & Head of Clinical at Pettable
Published:
July 8, 2021
Read this walkthrough guide before purchasing an ESA letter to make sure you have all your bases covered. We'll go through everything you need to know to get an ESA letter that will work for you and your furry friend.
Are you interested in potentially obtaining an emotional support animal for yourself? Read on for the complete guide of information on emotional support animals and find out if you’re eligible to get one.

Do I Qualify For An Emotional Support Animal Quiz

Emotional Support Animals
Susana Bradford
Published:
July 8, 2021
Many people are curious whether they qualify for an Emotional Support Animal (ESA). On top of that, you might wonder if you’re eligible to receive an ESA letter you can share with landlords or others who require these documents to accommodate your ESA companions. To help, we’ve built a quick quiz to give you a start on understanding whether you might qualify.
Do you already own an emotional support animal and are interested in getting another one? Or do you have multiple pets that you want to become certified ESAs? Read on for more information on the laws and regulations regarding owning multiple ESAs.

How Many Emotional Support Animals Can You Have?

Emotional Support Animals
Doug Reffue - CEO & Founder of Pettable
Published:
July 8, 2021
You can have as many emotional support animals as you need. In this article we cover everything you need to know about having multiple ESA pets. Many people researching Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letters on Pettable ask if they can have more than one emotional support animal and exactly how many ESAs they can have. We turned to one of our highly experienced mental health experts to help you understand the rules and requirements for having more than one ESA.
For individuals with emotional support animals, flying for work or travel can be concerning. We’ve compiled the most up-to-date info about flying with ESAs.

Which Airlines Allow Emotional Support Animals

Emotional Support Animals
Doug Reffue - CEO & Founder of Pettable
Published:
July 8, 2021
Find out which airlines are still allowing emotional support animals and everything else you need to know about flying with your ESA. We also cover psychiatric service dogs as a great alternative to an ESA, which will let you travel anywhere with your pet.
The laws surrounding emotional support animals can vary, depending on where you live. Read on for a full guide on how to register your dog as a qualified Emotional Support Animal

How To Make Your Dog An Emotional Support Dog

Emotional Support Animals
Doug Reffue - CEO & Founder of Pettable
Published:
July 2, 2021
We'll walk through everything you need to know in order to make your dog an emotional support dog. This includes the criteria you need to meet to qualify, what makes an ESA letter legitimate, what to look out for when using ESA service, and how our ESA process works at Pettable.
An in-depth guide that walks through everything you need to know about having emotional support animals in the workplace. Hint: HR policies for the win.

Returning to Work Post-Pandemic: Make the Transition Easier By Bringing Your ESA Dog

Emotional Support Animals
Doug Reffue - CEO & Founder of Pettable
Published:
June 19, 2021
COVID-19 lockdowns highlighted the benefits of working from home, especially those related to pets. Countless people took advantage of flexible schedules and time at home to adopt a pet during the pandemic. Dogs and cats everywhere enjoyed swapping hours at home alone for walks, treats, and cuddles during Zoom meetings.

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